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1 Cellular Structure SOL BIO 4.a-c Slide 2 2 Cell Theory The cell theory is the unifying theme in biology because it emphasizes the similarity of all living things. The principles of Cell Theory are: All organisms are composed of one or more cells. Cells are the smallest living units of all living organisms. Cells arise only by division of a previously existing cell. Slide 3 3 Cell Characteristics Cells contain specialized structures to perform functions necessary for life. Cellular activities necessary for life include chemical reactions that facilitate: acquiring energy reproduction aclimatization adaptation/evolution maintaining homeostasis Slide 4 4 Cell Characteristics The basic processes necessary for living things to survive are the same for a single cell as they are for a more complex organism. A single-celled organism has to conduct all life processes by itself. A multi-cellular organism has groups of cells that specialize to perform specific functions. Slide 5 5 Cell Characteristics All cells contain: Genetic material Prokaryotes: single circular molecule of DNA Eukaryotes: double helix located in nucleus Cytoskeleton microfilaments & microtubules that provide structure to cytoplasm and attachment for motile structures Cytoplasm jelly-like substance that fills the cells interior Plasma membrane encloses the cell phospholipid bilayer Phospholipids Membrane proteins Slide 6 6 Cell Types Cell structure is one of the ways in which organisms differ from each other. 2 Types of Cells Prokaryote Eukaryote Slide 7 7 Prokaryotic Cells Earths first cells were prokaryotes. The simplest life forms are the prokaryotes. Prokaryotic cells exist in two major forms: Eubacteriaunicellular prokaryotes with a peptidoglycan cell wall Archaebacteria unicellular prokaryotes without a peptidoglycan cell wall (instead, a variety of different substances depending on environment) Slide 8 8 Prokaryotic Cells Prokaryotes are Earths most abundant inhabitants. They can survive in a wide range of environments and obtain energy in a variety of ways. Slide 9 9 Prokaryotic Cells Prokaryotes are cells that lack a nucleus and membrane bound organelles. Bacteria and related microorganisms are prokaryotes Slide 10 10 Prokaryotic Cells Some use flagellum for locomotion ALL are UNICELLULAR Bacterial cell wall Flagellum Rotary motor Sheath Slide 11 11 Generalized Prokaryotic Cell Slide 12 12 Eukaryote Eukaryotes arose from prokaryotes and developed into larger more complex organisms. Eukaryotes are cells that contain a nucleus and organelles surrounded by a membrane, such as mitochondria and chloroplasts. Slide 13 13 Endosymbiosis Endosymbiosis theory suggests that eukaryotes arose from a symbiotic relationship between various prokaryotes. Heterotrophic bacteria became mitochondria. Cyanobacteria became chloroplasts. Host cell became a larger eukaryotic cell. (See the end of this PPT for details on cell evolution) Slide 14 14 Endosymbiosis Prokaryotic cell Eukaryotic cell Prokaryotic cell is engulfed Symbiosis Slide 15 15 Eukaryote Can be both unicellular or multi-cellular Examples of eukaryotes are: All fungus, plant, and animal cells Slide 16 16 Generalized Eukaryotic Cell Slide 17 17 Nucleus Stores genetic material Contains DNA site where RNA is made Nucleolus: Chromatin and ribosomal subunits Nuclear envelope: Double membrane with pores Largest organelle BRAIN of the cell controls protein synthesis Slide 18 18 Nucleus Slide 19 19 Nucleus Slide 20 20 Nucleus Slide 21 21 Ribosomes Ribosomes are RNA-protein complexes composed of two subunits that join and attach to messenger RNA. site of protein synthesis assembled in nucleolus Slide 22 22 Ribosomes They can be found alone in the cytoplasm or attached to the endoplasmic reticulum. Alone in cytoplasm- makes proteins for use within the cell Attached to RER- makes proteins for export out of the cell Slide 23 23 Ribosomes Slide 24 24 Endoplasmic reticulum transports materials through the cell Rough ER - studded with ribosomes Attached to nuclear membrane site of protein synthesis and processing Smooth ER - lacks ribosomes site of synthesis of phospholipids and the packaging of proteins into vesicles Slide 25 25 Endoplasmic reticulum Slide 26 26 Endoplasmic reticulum Slide 27 27 Golgi apparatus collection of Golgi bodies Stacked flattened sacks Site where cell products are packaged for export Proteins are modified by being combined with fats or carbohydrates Slide 28 28 Golgi apparatus Vesicles then pinch off from the Golgi body to be secreted (outside the cell) Involved in the production of lysosomes Slide 29 29 Golgi apparatus Slide 30 30 Golgi apparatus Vesicle budding from rough endoplasmic reticulum Fusion of vesicle with Golgi apparatus Migrating transport vesicle Protein Proteins Transport vesicle Golgi apparatus Ribosome Copyright The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc. Permission required for reproduction or display. Slide 31 31 Lysosomes vesicles produced by the Golgi apparatus. Lysosomes contain digestive enzymes and are involved in intracellular digestion of food particles, disease causing bacteria and worn out cell parts Slide 32 32 Copyright The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc. Permission required for reproduction or display. Slide 33 33 Cytoplasm Food vesicle Golgi apparatus Lysosomes Plasma membrane Digestion of food particles or cells Endoplasmic reticulum Transport vesicle Old or damaged organelle Breakdown of old organelle Extracellular fluid Copyright The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc. Permission required for reproduction or display. Slide 34 34 Vacuoles Found in PLANT and ANMAL cells The vacuole acts a container, storing water and dissolved particles Plants have a large central vacuole for water storage Unicellular animals can use contractile vacuoles for movement Slide 35 35 Organelles With DNA Mitochondria site of cell respiration Chloroplasts site of photosynthesis Slide 36 36 Mitochondria "Powerhouse of the cell" - cellular metabolism Structure- outer and inner membranes, cristae Found in both plant and animal cells Very active cells have more mitochondria Slide 37 37 Chloroplasts Chloroplasts are larger and more complex than mitochondria Contain green pigment called chlorophyll that absorbs sunlight in the first step of photosynthesis Found ONLY in PLANTS Slide 38 38 Cell Membrane controls what enters and leaves the cell Found in ALL cells Phospholipid bilayer with transport proteins, and cholesterol (for flexibility) Slide 39 39 Slide 40 40 Cell Wall provides support Found in PLANT and BACTERIA cells Made from cellulose Slide 41 41 Slide 42 42 Cytoskeleton Long slender protein tubes and fibers that extend from the nucleus to the plasma membrane. The cytoskeleton contains three types of elements responsible for cell shape, movement within the cell, and movement of the cell: Actin filaments Microtubules Intermediate filaments Slide 43 43 Cytoskeleton The cytoskeleton contains three types of elements : Actin filaments Slide 44 44 Cytoskeleton The cytoskeleton contains three types of elements: Microtubules Slide 45 45 Cytoskeleton The cytoskeleton contains three types of elements: Intermediate filaments Slide 46 46 Cytoskeleton Slide 47 47 Centrioles Cylindrical structures found near the nucleus Made of hollow, tubular structures arranged in bundles Important in cell division Found ONLY in ANIMAL cells Slide 48 48 Slide 49 49 Plant vs. Animal Cells PLANT CELL ANIMAL CELL Cell membrane Mitochondria Golgi apparatus Nucleus Cytoskeleton Ribosomes Endoplasmic reticulum Lysosomes HAVE: Cell Wall LARGE vacuoles Chloroplasts DO NOT HAVE: Centrioles HAVE: Centrioles DO NOT HAVE: Cell Wall LARGE vacuoles Chloroplasts Slide 50 50 Slide 51 51 Plant Cell Slide 52 52 Slide 53 53 Cell Differentiation Cell specialization occurs during the development of a multi-cellular organism. The genetic information necessary for all cellular functions remains in each cell but may not be used. Slide 54 54 Cell Size Most cells are relatively small because as size increases, volume increases much more rapidly. longer diffusion time Slide 55 55 Visualizing Cells Slide 56 56 Slide 57 57 Slide 58 58 ta_03_14 Evolution of the eukaryotic cell Slide number: 2 Copyright The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc. Permission required for reproduction or display. Slide 59 59 ta_03_14 Evolution of the eukaryotic cell Slide number: 3 Copyright The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc. Permission required for reproduction or display. Slide 60 60 ta_03_14 Evolution of the eukaryotic cell Slide number: 4 Copyright The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc. Permission required for reproduction or display. Slide 61 61 ta_03_14 Evolution of the eukaryotic cell Slide number: 5 Copyright The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc. Permission required for reproduction or display. Slide 62 62 ta_03_14 Evolution of the eukaryotic cell Slide number: 6 Copyright The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc. Permission required for reproduction or display.