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Chapter 3 The Cell (part 1). The Cell Theory. Three Principles All organisms are composed of cells Cells are the smallest living units of life All cells arise from pre-existing cells (by cell division). Cells Are Highly Structured.
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The Cell Theory • Three Principles • All organisms are composed of cells • Cells are the smallest living units of life • All cells arise from pre-existing cells (by cell division)
Cells Are Highly Structured • Eukaryotic (“with nucleus”) cells are highly “compartmentalized” • plasma membrane • nucleus: information center • cytoplasm: fluid within membrane • organelles: structures with specialized functions • Prokaryotes have no nucleus or true organelles
The Plasma Membrane • Structure of the plasma membrane
Structural Features of the Plasma Membrane • Lipid bilayer • Phospholipids: polar head and nonpolar tail • Cholesterol: makes membrane a bit more rigid • Proteins: provide means of transportation through membrane • Carbohydrates: provide recognition for cells and organisms
Movement Across the Plasma Membrane • Diffusion • Movement from area of highconcentration to low • Passive transport: no energy required
Facilitated Diffusion • Diffusion that uses transport (carrier) proteins in membrane to assist moving molecules across the membrane both: • Down the concentration gradient • Without expending energy
Active Transport • Active transport uses proteins andenergy to move substances from an area of lower concentration to an area of higher concentration
Osmosis • Osmosis: net diffusion of water across a semi-permeable membrane
Endocytosis (Phagocytosis) Moves Materials in Bulk • Endocytosis moves material into cell • Example: WBC engulfs bacteria
Exocytosis Moves Materials in Bulk • Exocytosis moves material out of the cell • Example: secretion of hormones
Structure and Function of the Nucleus • Functions: • Contains the genetic information of the cell • Controls the function & the operations of the cell • Structural features: • Double-layered nuclear membrane • Nuclear pores • Chromosomes/chromatin • Nucleolus (synthesizes ribosomes)
Our Cells Are Highly Structured • Chromosomes contained in the nucleus are made of DNA
Endoplasmic Reticulum (ER) and Ribosomes • Ribosomes: used in synthesis of proteins • Free and membrane bound • Endoplasmic Reticulum (ER): packages the proteins • Smooth ER: no ribosomes, lipid synthesis & detoxifies alcohol and drugs • Rough ER: has ribosomes, protein synthesis