Cell biology

Cards (9)

Name the part of the cell where DNA is found
Nucleus
How many chromosomes are found in a human body cell
23 pairs which is 46 chromosomes
What is a ribosome?
a structure in a cell , where proteins are made
What is a gene?
A short section of DNA found on a chromosome which contains the instructions needed to make a protein
Which part of the cell does does aerobic respiration take place?
mitochondria
Name two places where human stem cells are found
embryos , adult bone marrow
What is the function of the cell membrane?
Holds cell together and controls what goes in and out
What is the function of a chloroplast?
where photosynthesis occurs, which makes food for the plant
What is osmosis?
The movement of water molecules from a region of high water concentration to a region of low water concentration