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UA BSC 108 EXAM 1 HIGH YIELD
CELL STRUCTURE MEMBRANE
TRANSPORT AND MOLECULAR
BASICS SUMMARY
◉ What is the function of the nucleus?
Answer: To manufacture DNA


◉ What is the function of ribosomes?
Answer: make proteins


◉ How does DNA control the cell?
Answer: DNA is the code that tells the cell which types of proteins to
make. It is then thse sad proteins that control and regulate cell
growth, division, communication with other cells and most other
cellular functions.


◉ What is the function of the endoplasmic reticulum?
Answer: Assembles proteins and lipids, and transports


◉ What is the function of the Golgi apparatus?
Answer: The golgi apparatus acts to process and package the macro
molecules such as proteins and lipids

, ◉ What is the function of the lysosomes?
Answer: The function of the lysosomes are to remove wast and
destroy dead cells.


◉ What is the function of chloroplasts?
Answer: To make food through photosynthesis, and contains
chlorophyll


◉ What is the function of the mitochondria?
Answer: produce ATP


◉ What purpose does the cytoskeleton serve?
Answer: cytoskeleton gives a cell its shape, offers support, and
facilitates movement.


◉ What types of molecules form the cytoskeleton?
Answer: Cytoskelton are made up of a protein molecule called actin.


◉ What is the difference between kinetic energy and potential
energy?