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IB Bio 2 section 2.3
Eukaryotic Cells
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Biology
12th Grade
08/23/2012

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Liver Cell Diagram
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Functions Of the Nucleus
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Controls the cell through the expression of genes.

Where DNA is replicated and transcribed.

mRNA is modifed here before being realsed into the cytoplasm.

 

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Function of the Rough Endoplasmic Reticulum
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Synthesizes Proteins

( using the ribosomes on its cisternae)  

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Plasma Membrane
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Controls which substances can enter and exit a cell.

Double layer of water repellant molecules.

pores that run through the water repellant layer are called protein channels

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Functions of the Free Ribosomes
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Syntesize Protein
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Mitochondria
Definition

Chemical Powerhose of the Cell

produces ATP

Fat also Digested Here 

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Golgi Body
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Modification of proteins prior to secretion.
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Lysosome
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Digestion of old organelles, engulfed bacteria and viruses.

Contains Hydrolytic Enzymes

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Comparison of prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells

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State 3 Differences between Plant and Animal cells  
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Outline 2 roles for Extracellular Components
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Plant Cell Wall it is found around all plant cells

Composed of cellulose.Maintains the shape of the cell. Provides structural support against the force of gravity.prevents excessive uptake of water by the cell

Animal extracellular matrix provides structural support for animal cells includes the interstial matrix and the basement membrane.

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