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10/23/2008

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G 1 checkpoint
Definition
cell growth is assessed here. Is DNA damaged?
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S phase and checkpoints-
Definition
ensure that DNA replication occurs properly. If the cell does not have enough nucleotides to complete replication, or if a DNA molecule breaks, the clel cycle may pause or stop at this point.
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G 2 checkpoint
Definition
THE LAST ONE BEFORE MITOSIS. Has all DNA replicated- 2 full sets? Can damaged DNA be repaired? is spindle-making machinery in place?
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Metaphase checkpoint
Definition
Are the chromosomes aligned? Are the spindle fibers attached correctly to the chromosomes? Is spindle built?
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G 2 phase
Definition
Microtubule/coordinator mitosis protein synthesis. DNA winds more tightly around proteins. END OF INTERPHASE
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G 1 phase
Definition
Primary growth phase, produces molecules needed to build new organelles if it divides, basic functions.
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diploid
Definition
contains 2 full sets of genetic information, one from each parent
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histones
Definition
the DNA helix is wrapped around these positively charged proteins
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nucleosome
Definition
a stretch of DNA wrapped around eight proteins (histones)
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chromosome (eukaryotic, prokaryotic)
Definition
A discrete, continuous molecule of DNA wrapped around protein. Eukaryotic cells contain multiple linear chromosomes, whereas prokarytoic cells each contian one circular chromosome
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chromatid
Definition
One of two identical copies of a replicated chromosome
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Haploid
Definition
Contain only one set of genetic information. GAMETES . sex cells,
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Interphase
Definition
When the cell is not dividing, but cellular components ie DNA
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S phase
Definition
cell replicates the genetic material. At the end, each chromosome consists of two attached sister chromatids, although they are not yet visible with a light microscope.
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prophase
Definition
DNA coils tightly around histones, chromosomes become visible under staining in microscope, the nucleolus disappears, the two centrosomes migrate toward opposite poles of the cell, and mitotic spindle begins to form
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metaphase
Definition
chromosomes line up on the midline
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anaphase
Definition
sister chromatids separate and move to opposite poles of cell
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telophase
Definition
(nuclear membranes assemble around two daughter nuclei, chromosomes decondense, spindle disappears)
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cytokinesis
Definition
cell is divided into two identical cells
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what are some mitotic divisions?
Definition
asexual reproduction, development, growth and cell replacement
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mutations
Definition
damage to DNA
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oncogene
Definition
abnormal allele of a gene affecting cell division; cancer-causing
Term
cancer can be caused by?
Definition
chemicals, radiation, viruses, genes
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protooncogenes
Definition
NORMAL GENES which STIMULATE cell division and growth. If mutated, they become oncogenes.
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tumor suppressor genes
Definition
encode proteins that INHIBIT cell division.
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P53 GENE
Definition
plays a key role in the G 1 checkpoint of cell division. makes a protein that monitors the integrity of DNA and can halt the cell division and stimulate repair enzymes
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which cells can divide endlessly?
Definition
cancer and stem
Term
The original three tenets of the cell theory are:
Definition
All organisms are made of one or more cells, the cell is the fundamental unit of life and all cells come from preexisting cells
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A phospholipid molecule has hydrophilic/phobic head? what is it attracted to?
Definition
philic, water
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what are the primary functions of proteins within a cell?
Definition
Transport of molecules out of the cell,
Recognition of an organisms own cells,
To enable cells to adhere to one another,
Receiving chemical signals
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signal transduction involves what, activates what
Definition
Involving a receptor protein and a first and second messenger,
That usually activates genes or enzymes
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A micrometer is:
Definition
.000001
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what does the ER do?
Definition
Produce proteins
Produce lipids
Detoxify poisons
Form vesicles for transport to the Golgi apparatus
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golgi apparatus
Definition
An organelle,
A processing center,
,a stack of membrane enclosed sacs, Involved with secretion of cellular substances
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The main organelles and structures involved with milk production and secretion in their correct sequence are:
Definition
Nucleus, nuclear pore, rough ER, smooth ER, transport vesicle, Golgi body, vesicle for secretion
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In most mammals the DNA found in mitochondria is inherited from:
Definition
the mother only
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cytoskeleton
Definition
Found in the cytoplasm of eukaryotic cells,
A system of tracks used for transport
,A structure that aids in the process of cell division
,Composed of microtubules and microfilaments
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flagella
Definition
Found on eukaryotic cells,
Found on prokaryotic cells, Used for movement,
Composed of microtubules
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A structure found in prokaryotic cells, plant cells and animal cells is a:
Definition
ribosome
Term
Most living cells are small in size because they need a large ratio of surface area to volume. T/F
Definition
true
Term
Endosymbiosis is a theory based on the resemblance of chloroplasts and mitochondria to ________.
Definition
bacteria
Term
is cellular respiration catabolic or anabolic?
Definition
catabolic
Term
hydrolysis.
Definition
Hydrolysis means to split with water. Enzymes use the chemical properties of water to break chemical bonds and produce smaller molecules. When a molecule is hydrolyzed a chemical bond is broken that divides the molecule into two component molecules. During hydrolysis the water molecule splits into a hydrogen and a hydroxyl (OH). The hydrogen bonds to one of the two component molecules at the point where the bond was broken. The hydroxyl bonds to the other component molecule, also at the point of the broken bond.
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dehydration
Definition
hydrogens and hydroxyls are removed as individual molecules are attached to one another to form polymers.
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osmosis
Definition
water molecules across a membrane from an area of high water concentration to an area of lower concentration.
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sodium potassium pumps are characterized by ions moving from ___ to ___ concentration
Definition
low to high
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the binding and releasing of Na and K is due to what changing about the enzyme?
Definition
conformational changes
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where does the energy come from to drive photosynthesis?
Definition
a chloroplast
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Photosynthesis is an example of an _________________endergonic/exergonic chemical reaction because
Definition
endergonic because light energy is used to build chemical bonds
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Which part of the chloroplast is associated with the production of glucose?
Definition
the stroma
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The ATP that is produced as a result of the light reactions is used by the cell to
Definition
build a glucose molecule
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under what conditions can carbon fixation occur at night?
Definition
if there is a source of ATP and NADPH.
Term
the main product of photosynthesis
Definition
glucose
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the energy source for photosynthesis is
Definition
sunlight
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does photosynthesis produce ATP?
Definition
no
Term
the rise of photosynthetic organisms did what 4 things?
Definition
increased the polar ice caps, increased O in atmosphere, lowered global temperature, increased sea levels
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Leaves of many plants "turn" colors in the fall because:
Definition
The chlorophyll in the leaves degrades as winter approaches
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The energy sources needed for the light reactions and the carbon reactions respectively are:
Definition
sunlight and ATP
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What is released at each step in an electron transport chain?
Definition
energy
Term
photosystem II produces
Definition
ATP
Term
photosystem I produces
Definition
NADPH
Term
Photo system I and photo system II are respectively part of:
Definition
the light reactions only
Term
the calvin cycle produces 3 carbon molecules from
Definition
CO2
Term
When chlorophyll a absorbs light, what happens to the electrons?
Definition
electrons are "excited" and ejected from the chlorophyll a molecule.
Term
does photosynthesis produce ATP?
Definition
no
Term
acetyl CoA
Definition
molecule that enters the Kreb's cycle in cellular respiration; product of partial oxidation of pyruvate
Term
action potential
Definition
all-or-none electrochemical change across the cell membrane of a neuron; the basis of a nerve impulse
Term
active immunity
Definition
immunity generated by an organism's production of antibodies
Term
active transport
Definition
movt of a solute across a membrane against its concentration gradient, using a carrier protein and energy from ATP
Term
aerobic respiration
Definition
complete oxidation of glucose to CO2 in the presence of O2, producing ATP
Term
amino acid
Definition
an organic molecule consisting of a central carbon atom bonded to a hydrogen atom, an amino group, a carboxyl group, and an R group
Term
amino group
Definition
a nitrogen atom single-bonded to two hydrogen atoms
Term
ammonia
Definition
nitrogenous waste (NH3) genetrated by deamination of amino acids
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amniote egg
Definition
bird, reptile, or monotremes egg containing fluid and nutrients within membranes
Term
anaerobic respiration
Definition
cellular respiration using an electron acceptor other than O2
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analogous
Definition
similar in function but not in structure because of convergent evolution, not common in ancestry
Term
in anaphase II, what is pulled toward opposite poles of the cell?
Definition
sister chromatids
Term
in anaphase I, what is pulled toward opposite poles of the cell?
Definition
homologous chromosomes
Term
angiosperm
Definition
a seed plant that produces flowers and fruits
Term
antibody
Definition
protein that B cells secrete that recognizes and binds to an antigen
Term
anticodoon
Definition
a three-base portion of a tRNA molecule; the anticodon is complementary to one codon
Term
antigen
Definition
molecule that elicits an immune reaction by B and T cells
Term
apoptosis
Definition
programmed cell death that is a normal part of development
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arthropod
Definition
segmented animal with an exoskeleton and jointed appendages; phylum Arthropoda
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atomic mass
Definition
the average mass of all isotopes of an element
Term
asexual reproduction
Definition
any form of reproduction that does not require the fusion of gametes
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ATP synthase
Definition
enzyme complex that admits protons through a membrane, where they trigger phosphorylation of ADP to ATP
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autosomal dominant
Definition
inheritance pattern of a dominant allele on an autosome. The phenotype affects males and females equally and can skip generations
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autosomal recessive
Definition
inheritance pattern of a recessive allele on an autosome. the phenotype affects males and females equally and can skip generations
Term
autosome
Definition
nonsex chromosome
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