Cell structure

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What is the function of the nucleus?
Contains genetic material and nucleoli (the site of ribosome production)
Why is the cristae folded in mitochondria?
To increase the surface area for enzyme action.
What is the purpose of the mitochondria?
It is the site of aerobic respiration in eukaryotic cells.
What is the function of chloroplasts?
It is the site of photosynthesis in plant cells.
What is the structure of a ribsome?
A large and small subunit made up of equal amounts of protein and RNA.
What is the function of the RER?
Processing of proteins made by ribosomes on the surface.
What is the function of the SER?
Processing and storage of lipids, carbohydrates and steroids.
What is the function of the golgi apparatus?
To process, package, and distribute proteins and lipids.
What is an adaptation of red blood cells?
They are biconcave and do not contain a nucleus.
What is an adaptation of muscle cells?
They have a high density of mitochondria to provide ATP for contraction.
What is the name of a group of specialised cells?
Tissue
Why do prokaryotes differ from eukaryotes?
Prokaryotes have no membrane bound organelles.
What is a virus?
A non-cellurlar infectious particle.