Detailed_Cell_Structure_and_Function (1).pptx

This PPT contains a discussion about Cell Structure and Function.

1. Cell Structure and Function Understanding the Building Blocks of Life Your Name Date

2. Introduction What are cells? - Basic unit of life - All living organisms are composed of cells Importance of studying cell structure and function - Foundation for understanding biology and medicine

3. Types of Cells Prokaryotic Cells - Lack a true nucleus - Simple structure - Examples: Bacteria, Archaea Eukaryotic Cells - Contain a nucleus - Complex structure - Examples: Animal cells, Plant cells, Fungi, Protists

4. Prokaryotic Cell Structure Cell Wall: Provides shape and protection Plasma Membrane: Controls movement of substances in and out of the cell Cytoplasm: Jelly-like substance where cell processes occur Ribosomes: Sites of protein synthesis Genetic Material (DNA): Circular DNA located in the nucleoid region Flagella (if applicable): Movement

5. Eukaryotic Cell Structure Plasma Membrane: Phospholipid bilayer with embedded proteins Cytoplasm: Contains organelles Nucleus: Control center of the cell, contains DNA Organelles: Specialized structures performing distinct processes - Mitochondria: Powerhouse, ATP production - Endoplasmic Reticulum (ER): Rough ER (protein synthesis), Smooth ER (lipid synthesis, detoxification) - Golgi Apparatus: Modifies, sorts, and packages proteins - Lysosomes: Digestive enzymes, breakdown of waste Cytoskeleton: Network of fibers for cell shape, movement, and transport

6. The Nucleus Structure: - Nuclear envelope - Nuclear pores - Nucleolus Function: Stores genetic information, controls cell activities Importance: Regulates gene expression, cell division

7. Mitochondria Structure: - Double membrane - Inner membrane folds (cristae) - Matrix Function: Produces ATP through cellular respiration Role in Cellular Respiration: Converts glucose into usable energy

8. Endoplasmic Reticulum Rough ER: - Studded with ribosomes - Protein synthesis and processing Smooth ER: - Lacks ribosomes - Lipid synthesis, detoxification of chemicals

9. Golgi Apparatus Structure: - Stacks of membrane-bound sacs (cisternae) Function: Modifies, sorts, and packages proteins and lipids for secretion or delivery to other organelles

10. Lysosomes and Peroxisomes Lysosomes: - Contain hydrolytic enzymes - Breakdown of waste materials, cellular debris Peroxisomes: - Contain oxidative enzymes - Breakdown of fatty acids, detoxification of harmful substances

11. Cytoskeleton Components: - Microfilaments: Actin filaments, cell movement - Intermediate Filaments: Structural support - Microtubules: Tubulin, intracellular transport, cell division Functions: Maintains cell shape, enables movement, organizes cell contents

12. Plant Cell Specific Structures Cell Wall: Rigid structure, provides support and protection Chloroplasts: Site of photosynthesis, contains chlorophyll Central Vacuole: Large storage sac, maintains turgor pressure

13. Cell Membrane Structure and Function Phospholipid Bilayer: Semi-permeable barrier Membrane Proteins: - Integral proteins - Peripheral proteins Functions: Selective permeability, communication, transport of molecules

14. Cellular Communication Types of Signaling: - Autocrine: Self-signaling - Paracrine: Nearby cells - Endocrine: Hormones, long-distance signaling Signal Transduction Pathways: Series of molecular events leading to a cellular response

15. Summary Recap of Key Points: - Overview of cell types and structures - Functions of key organelles - Importance of cell structure and function Importance: Foundation for understanding complex biological processes

16. Questions? Invite questions from the audience

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