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An Introduction to Cells

An Introduction to Cells. Cell Theory Developed from Robert Hooke’s research Cells are the building blocks of all plants and animals All cells come from the division of preexisting cells Cells are the smallest units that perform all vital physiological functions

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An Introduction to Cells

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  1. An Introduction to Cells • Cell Theory • Developed from Robert Hooke’s research • Cells are the building blocks of all plants and animals • All cells come from the division of preexisting cells • Cells are the smallest units that perform all vital physiological functions • Each cell maintains homeostasis at the cellular level

  2. An Introduction to Cells • Sex Cells (Germ Cells) • Reproductive cells • Male sperm • Female oocyte (a cell that develops into an egg) • Somatic Cells • Soma = body • All body cells except sex cells

  3. Figure 3-1 Anatomy of a Model Cell  Plasma membrane  Nonmembranous organelles  Membranous organelles Secretory vesicles Centrosome and Centrioles Cytoplasm contains two centrioles at right angles; each centriole iscomposed of 9 microtubule triplets in a 9  0 array CYTOSOL FunctionsEssential formovement ofchromosomesduring cell division;organization ofmicrotubules incytoskeleton Centrosome Centrioles

  4. Figure 3-1 Anatomy of a Model Cell  Plasma membrane  Nonmembranous organelles Cytoskeleton  Membranous organelles Proteins organized in fine filaments orslender tubes Microfilament FunctionsStrength andsupport; movement ofcellular structuresand materials Microtubule Plasma Membrane Lipid bilayer containing phospholipids, steroids, proteins, and carbohydrates Freeribosomes FunctionsIsolation;protection; sensitivity; support;controls entryand exit ofmaterials Cytosol (distributesmaterials by diffusion)

  5. Figure 3-1 Anatomy of a Model Cell Microvilli Membrane extensionscontaining microfilaments FunctionIncrease surfacearea to facilitateabsorption of extra-cellular materials  Plasma membrane  Nonmembranous organelles  Membranous organelles

  6. Figure 3-1 Anatomy of a Model Cell Cilia Cilia are long extensionscontaining microtubuledoublets in a 9  2 array (notshown in the model cell)  Plasma membrane FunctionMovement of material over cell surface  Nonmembranous organelles  Membranous organelles Proteasomes Hollow cylinders of proteolyticenzymes with regulatory proteins at their ends FunctionsBreakdown and recycling of damaged or abnormal intracellular proteins Ribosomes RNA  proteins; fixed ribosomesbound to rough endoplasmicreticulum, free ribosomesscattered in cytoplasm FunctionProtein synthesis

  7. Figure 3-1 Anatomy of a Model Cell Golgi apparatus Stacks of flattened membranes(cisternae) containing chambers FunctionsStorage, alteration, and packaging of secretory products and lysosomal enzymes Mitochondria Double membrane, with innermembrane folds (cristae)enclosing important metabolicenzymes FunctionsProduce 95% of the ATPrequired by the cell Endoplasmic reticulum (ER) Network of membranouschannels extendingthroughout the cytoplasm Rough ERmodifies andpackages newlysynthesized proteins NUCLEUS FunctionsSynthesis of secretoryproducts; intracellularstorage and transport Smooth ERsynthesizes lipids and carbohydrates Peroxisomes Vesicles containingdegradative enzymes FunctionsCatabolism of fats and otherorganic compounds,neutralization of toxiccompounds generated inthe process  Plasma membrane  Nonmembranous organelles  Membranous organelles

  8. Figure 3-1 Anatomy of a Model Cell  Plasma membrane  Nonmembranous organelles  Membranous organelles Peroxisomes Vesicles containingdegradative enzymes FunctionsCatabolism of fats and otherorganic compounds,neutralization of toxic compounds generated in the process Freeribosomes Lysosomes Vesicles containingdigestive enzymes FunctionsIntracellular removal ofdamaged organelles orpathogens

  9. Figure 3-1 Anatomy of a Model Cell Chromatin NUCLEUS Nuclearenvelope Nucleoplasm containingnucleotides, enzymes,nucleoproteins, andchromatin; surrounded by a double membrane,the nuclear envelope NUCLEOPLASM Nucleolus(site of rRNAsynthesis andassembly ofribosomalsubunits) Nuclearpore Functions:Control of metabolism; storage and processing of genetic information;control of proteinsynthesis

  10. 3-1 Plasma Membrane • Extracellular Fluid (Interstitial Fluid) • A watery medium that surrounds a cell • Plasma membrane (cell membrane) separatescytoplasm from the extracellular fluid • Cytoplasm • Cytosol = liquid • Intracellular structures collectively known as organelles

  11. 3-1 Plasma Membrane • Functions of the Plasma Membrane • Physical Isolation • Barrier • Regulation of Exchange with the Environment • Ions and nutrients enter • Wastes eliminated and cellular products released

  12. 3-1 Plasma Membrane • Functions of the Plasma Membrane • Sensitivity to the Environment • Extracellular fluid composition • Chemical signals • Structural Support • Anchors cells and tissues

  13. 3-1 Plasma Membrane • Membrane Lipids • Phospholipidbilayer • Hydrophilic heads — toward watery environment, both sides • Hydrophobic fatty-acid tails — inside membrane • Barrier to ions and water — soluble compounds

  14. 3-1 Plasma Membrane • Membrane Proteins • Integral Proteins • Within the membrane • Peripheral Proteins • Bound to inner or outer surface of the membrane

  15. 3-1 Plasma Membrane • Membrane Proteins • Anchoring Proteins (stabilizers) • Attach to inside or outside structures • Recognition Proteins (identifiers) • Label cells as normal or abnormal • Enzymes • Catalyze reactions

  16. 3-1 Plasma Membrane • Membrane Proteins • Receptor Proteins • Bind and respond to ligands (ions, hormones) • Carrier Proteins • Transport specific solutes through membrane • Channels • Regulate water flow and solutes through membrane

  17. 3-1 Plasma Membrane • Membrane Carbohydrates • Proteoglycans, glycoproteins, and glycolipids • Extend outside cell membrane • Form sticky “sugar coat” (glycocalyx) • Functions of the glycocalyx • Lubrication and Protection • Anchoring and Locomotion • Specificity in Binding (receptors) • Recognition (immune response)

  18. Figure 3-2 The Plasma Membrane EXTRACELLULAR FLUID Phospholipidbilayer Integral proteinwith channel Integralglycoproteins Glycolipidsof glycocalyx Hydrophobictails Plasmamembrane Cholesterol Hydrophilicheads Peripheralproteins Gatedchannel Cytoskeleton(Microfilaments)  2 nm CYTOPLASM

  19. 3-2 Organelles and the Cytoplasm • Cytoplasm • All materials inside the cell and outside the nucleus • Cytosol (intracellular fluid) • Dissolved materials • Nutrients, ions, proteins, and waste products • High potassium/low sodium • High protein • High carbohydrate/low amino acid and fat • Organelles • Structures with specific functions

  20. 3-2 Organelles and the Cytoplasm • The Organelles • Nonmembranous organelles • No membrane • Direct contact with cytosol • Include the cytoskeleton, microvilli, centrioles, cilia, ribosomes, and proteasomes • Membranous organelles • Covered with plasma membrane • Isolated from cytosol • Include the endoplasmic reticulum (ER), the Golgi apparatus, lysosomes, peroxisomes, and mitochondria

  21. 3-2 Organelles and the Cytoplasm Nonmembranous Organelles Six types of nonmembranous organelles Cytoskeleton Microvilli Centrioles Cilia Ribosomes Proteasomes

  22. 3-2 Organelles and the Cytoplasm • The Cytoskeleton • Structural proteins for shape and strength • Microfilaments • Intermediate filaments • Microtubules

  23. 3-2 Organelles and the Cytoplasm • The Cytoskeleton • Microfilaments — thin filaments composed of the protein actin • Provide additional mechanical strength • Interact with proteins for consistency • Pair with thick filaments of myosin for muscle movement

  24. 3-2 Organelles and the Cytoplasm • The Cytoskeleton • Intermediate filaments — mid-sized between microfilaments and thick filaments • Durable (collagen) • Strengthen cell and maintain shape • Stabilize organelles • Stabilize cell position

  25. 3-2 Organelles and the Cytoplasm • The Cytoskeleton • Microtubules — large, hollow tubes of tubulin protein • Attach to centrosome • Strengthen cell and anchor organelles • Change cell shape • Move vesicles within cell (kinesin and dynein) • Form spindle apparatus

  26. 3-2 Organelles and the Cytoplasm • The Cytoskeleton • Thick filaments • Myosin protein in muscle cells

  27. Figure 3-3a The Cytoskeleton Microvillus Microfilaments Plasma membrane Terminal web Mitochondrion Intermediatefilaments Endoplasmicreticulum Microtubule Secretoryvesicle The cytoskeleton provides strength andstructural support for the cell and its organelles. Interactions between cytoskeletal components are also important in moving organelles and in changing the shape of the cell.

  28. Figure 3-3b The Cytoskeleton Microvillus Microfilaments Terminal web The microfilaments andmicrovilli of an intestinal cell.Such an image, produced by a scanning electron microscope, is called a scanning electron micrograph (SEM) (SEM  30,000).

  29. Figure 3-3c The Cytoskeleton Microtubules (yellow) in a living cell, as seen afterspecial fluorescent labeling(LM  3200).

  30. 3-2 Organelles and the Cytoplasm • Microvilli • Increase surface area for absorption • Attach to cytoskeleton • Centrioles in the Centrosome • Centrioles form spindle apparatus during cell division • Centrosome cytoplasm surrounding centriole • Cilia • Small hair-like extensions • Cilia move fluids across the cell surface

  31. Figure 3-4a Centrioles and Cilia Microtubules Centriole. A centriole consistsof nine microtubule triplets(known as a 9  0 array). A pairof centrioles orientated at rightangles to one another occupiesthe centrosome. Thismicrograph, produced by a transmission electronmicroscope, is called a TEM.

  32. Figure 3-4b Centrioles and Cilia Plasma membrane Microtubules Basal body Cilium. A cilium contains nine pairs ofmicrotubules surrounding a central pair(9  2 array). The basal body to which the cilium is anchored has a structure similar to that of a centriole.

  33. Figure 3-4c Centrioles and Cilia Return stroke Power stroke Ciliary movement. Action of a single cilium. During the power stroke, the cilium isrelatively stiff; during the return stroke, itbends and returns to its original position.

  34. 3-2 Organelles and the Cytoplasm • Ribosomes • Build polypeptides in protein synthesis • Two types • Free ribosomes in cytoplasm • Manufacture proteins for cell • Fixed ribosomes attached to ER • Manufacture proteins for secretion • Proteasomes • Contain enzymes (proteases) • Disassemble damaged proteins for recycling

  35. 3-2 Organelles and the Cytoplasm • Membranous Organelles • Five types of membranous organelles • Endoplasmic reticulum (ER) • Golgi apparatus • Lysosomes • Peroxisomes • Mitochondria

  36. 3-2 Organelles and the Cytoplasm • Endoplasmic Reticulum (ER) • Endo- = within, plasm = cytoplasm, reticulum = network • Cisternae are storage chambers within membranes • Functions • Synthesis of proteins, carbohydrates, and lipids • Storage of synthesized molecules and materials • Transport of materials within the ER • Detoxification of drugs or toxins

  37. 3-2 Organelles and the Cytoplasm • Endoplasmic Reticulum (ER) • Smooth endoplasmic reticulum (SER) • No ribosomes attached • Synthesizes lipids and carbohydrates • Phospholipids and cholesterol (membranes) • Steroid hormones (reproductive system) • Glycerides (storage in liver and fat cells) • Glycogen (storage in muscles)

  38. 3-2 Organelles and the Cytoplasm • Endoplasmic Reticulum (ER) • Rough endoplasmic reticulum (RER) • Surface covered with ribosomes • Active in protein and glycoprotein synthesis • Folds polypeptide protein structures • Encloses products in transport vesicles

  39. Figure 3-5a The Endoplasmic Reticulum Nucleus Rough endoplasmicreticulum with fixed(attached) ribosomes Smoothendoplasmicreticulum Ribosomes The three-dimensional relationships between the rough and smooth endoplasmic reticula are shown here. Cisternae

  40. Figure 3-5b The Endoplasmic Reticulum Rough endoplasmicreticulum with fixed(attached) ribosomes Freeribosomes Smoothendoplasmicreticulum TEM  111,000 EndoplasmicReticulum Rough endoplasmicreticulum and freeribosomes in thecytoplasm of a cell.

  41. 3-2 Organelles and the Cytoplasm • Golgi Apparatus • Vesicles enter forming face and exit maturing face • Functions • Modifies and packages secretions • Hormones or enzymes • Released through exocytosis • Renews or modifies the plasma membrane • Packages special enzymes within vesicles for use in the cytoplasm

  42. Figure 3-6a The Golgi Apparatus Secretoryvesicles Secretoryproduct Transportvesicles Here is a three-dimensionalview of the Golgi apparatuswith a cut edge.

  43. Figure 3-6b The Golgi Apparatus Golgi apparatus TEM  42,000 This is a sectional view of the Golgiapparatus of an active secretory cell.

  44. 3-2 Organelles and the Cytoplasm • Lysosomes • Powerful enzyme-containing vesicles • Lyso- = dissolve, soma = body • Primary lysosome • Formed by Golgi apparatus and inactive enzymes • Secondary lysosome • Lysosome fused with damaged organelle • Digestive enzymes activated • Toxic chemicals isolated

  45. 3-2 Organelles and the Cytoplasm • Lysosomes • Functions • Clean up inside cells • Autolysis

  46. 3-2 Organelles and the Cytoplasm Clean Up inside Cells Break down large molecules Attack bacteria Recycle damaged organelles Eject wastes by exocytosis

  47. 3-2 Organelles and the Cytoplasm • Autolysis • Auto- = self, lysis = break • Self-destruction of damaged cells • Lysosome membranes break down • Digestive enzymes released • Cell decomposes • Cellular materials recycle

  48. Figure 3-8 Lysosome Functions Activation of lysosomesoccurs when: Golgiapparatus A primary lysosome fuses withthe membrane of anotherorganelle, such as a mitochondrion Damaged organelle Autolysis liberatesdigestive enzymes Secondarylysosome Primary lysosome A primary lysosome fuses withan endosome containing fluidor solid materials from outsidethe cell Reabsorption Reabsorption Endosome The lysosomal membranebreaks down during autolysisfollowing injury to, or death of,the cell Secondarylysosome Extracellularsolid or fluid Endocytosis Exocytosisejects residue Exocytosisejects residue

  49. 3-2 Organelles and the Cytoplasm • Peroxisomes • Are enzyme-containing vesicles • Break down fatty acids, organic compounds • Produce hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) • Replicate by division

  50. 3-2 Organelles and the Cytoplasm • Membrane Flow • A continuous exchange of membrane parts by vesicles • All membranous organelles (except mitochondria) • Allows adaptation and change

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