Characteristics of Life
Cell Structures
Mitosis
DNA and Proteins
Over the Counter
100

The synthesis and transfer of DNA is key to this characteristic

Reproduction

100

The powerhouse of the cell

Mitochondria

100

Chromosomes pull away from each other towards the poles in this phase

Anaphase

100

Cytosine pairs with this nucleic acid

Guanine

100
Most effective fever reducer

acetaminophen (Tylenol)

200

Cells that are organized to perform a specific function are called this

Tissues

200

The center of DNA storage and replication

Nucleus

200

90% of the cell's lifespan is spent in this phase

Interphase

200

The level of protein structure that determines the final 3-D shape

Tertiary structure

200

Non-drowsy oral allergy medication

loratadine (Claritin)

300

The ability of some bacteria to survive entirely on iron is an example of this characteristic

Energy Processing

300

Unique energy processing organelle found in most plants

Chloroplast

300

DNA is formed into chromosomes in this phase

Prophase

300

The start codon encodes for this amino acid

Methionine

300

Reduces pain and swelling and is safe for children 6 months and older

ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin)

400

The five senses are an example of this characteristic

Response to Stimuli

400

Site of most lipid synthesis 

Smooth endoplasmic reticulum

400

The final stage of mitosis, when the nucleus reforms and the cell divides in two

Telophase

400

This four-unit protein exhibits quaternary structure

Hemoglobin

400

The doxylamine in Nyquil Cold and Flu is used to treat this symptom

Runny nose

500

Maintaining body temperature and blood pH is an example of this characteristic

Homeostasis

500

Site of ribosome synthesis

Nucleolus

500

The organelles responsible for deploying mitotic spindle fibers

Centrioles

500

This base replaces thymine in RNA

Uracil

500

The "-D" (for decongestant) in "Claritin-D"

Pseudoephedrine