Characteristics of Life
All organisms are made of
Cells
The main function of Carbohydrates is
Short Term Energy
All cells come from
Other cells
This organelle is the command center
Nucleus
This organelle is like a skeleton in eukaryotes
Cytoskeleton
DNA and RNA are an example of which characteristic of life?
Genes/Genetics/Heredity
The cell membrane is primarily made up of this macromolecule
The main function of the cell membrane is
Protection. Semipermeable membrane. Allow certain things in and out of the cell
This organelle provides additional structural support to PLANT cells
Cell Wall
This organelle is LARGE in plants and small in animals
Vacuole
A Caterpillar going through metamorphosis into a chrysalis and then a butterfly is an example of which characteristic of life
Growth and Development
Enzymes are an example of
Protein
This organelle is responsible for protein synthesis and it is found in nearly all cells.
Ribosome
These two organelles help cells move in their environment
Flagella + Cilia
This vacuole helps animals cells divide
Centrioles
on a remote island, there are dozens of green plants. There are many different types of birds. Red birds, green birds and yellow birds. On this island, the green birds are able to avoid predation for long periods of time. Eventually the population changes into mainly green birds. This is an example of
Evolution
DNA and RNA are Nucleic acids that store genetic information. What is their other function?
Code for Proteins/ Protein Synthesis
This organelle serves as a jelly like substance inside the cell. It is responsible for holding nutrients and several different cellular functions.
Cytoplasm
These two organelles work together to process nutrients and send them within and outside the cell.
Golgi + E.R.
This organelle has proteins, carbs and lipids embedded within it. It is responsible for many different functions and helps maintain homeostasis.
Cell Membrane
List all 7 characteristics of life
1. Cells
2. Metabolism (use energy)
3. Respond to the Environment/Stimuli (homeostasis)
4. Reproduction
5. Genes/Heredity
6.Growth and development
7. Evolution
List all 4 Macromolecules and 1 example of each
Carbs - Glucose, Sucrose, starch, glycogen etc
Lipids- Fats, oils, waxes , steroids
Proteins - hemoglobin, keratin, melanin, enzymes, muscles etc.
Nucleic Acids - DNA and RNA
List the 3 parts of the Cell theory
1. All cells come from other cells
2. Cells are the basic unit of life
3. All living things are made of one or more cells.
List 2 differences between Eukaryotes and Prokaryotes
1. Eukaryotes have a True Nucleus
2. Eukaryotes have membrane bound organelles
These two organelles were once prokaryotes that were engulfed by a larger cell. They are responsible for two very important processes involving, oxygen, carbon dioxide, water, glucose and energy
Mitochondria
Chloroplasts