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Cell : The Unit of Life

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Card 1Cell Theory

What is the cell theory? State its three main postulates.

Answer

The cell theory states: (i) All living organisms are composed of cells and products of cells. (ii) All cells arise from pre-existing cells (Omnis cellula-e cellula). (iii) The cell is the fundamental

Card 2Cell Types

Define prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells. Give examples of each.

Answer

Prokaryotic cells: Cells that lack a membrane-bound nucleus. The genetic material is naked and not enclosed by nuclear membrane. Examples: bacteria, blue-green algae, mycoplasma, PPLO. Eukaryotic cell

Card 3Prokaryotic Cells

What are the four basic shapes of bacteria?

Answer

The four basic shapes of bacteria are: 1. Bacillus - rod-like shape, 2. Coccus - spherical shape, 3. Vibrio - comma-shaped, 4. Spirillum - spiral shape. These different shapes help in bacterial identi

Card 4Prokaryotic Cells

What is a mesosome? What are its functions?

Answer

Mesosome is a specialized differentiated form of cell membrane found in prokaryotes. It is formed by infoldings of the plasma membrane in the form of vesicles, tubules, and lamellae. Functions: helps

Card 5Prokaryotic Cells

Describe the structure of the prokaryotic cell envelope.

Answer

The prokaryotic cell envelope consists of three tightly bound layers: 1. Outermost glycocalyx (slime layer or capsule), 2. Cell wall (determines shape and provides structural support), 3. Plasma membr

Card 6Ribosomes

What is the difference between 70S and 80S ribosomes?

Answer

70S ribosomes: Found in prokaryotes, composed of 50S and 30S subunits, smaller in size (15nm x 20nm). 80S ribosomes: Found in eukaryotes, composed of 60S and 40S subunits, larger in size. Both types a

Card 7Cell Membrane

What is the fluid mosaic model? Who proposed it?

Answer

The fluid mosaic model was proposed by Singer and Nicolson (1972) to explain cell membrane structure. It describes the membrane as a fluid lipid bilayer with proteins embedded in it. The quasi-fluid n

Card 8Cell Membrane

Differentiate between passive transport and active transport across cell membrane.

Answer

Passive transport: Movement of molecules without energy requirement, along concentration gradient (high to low). Examples: simple diffusion, osmosis, facilitated diffusion. Active transport: Movement

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