Class: Biology 101 Date: June 3, 2023

Topic: Cell Structure and Function

1. Introduction to Cells
 Cells are the basic units of life.
 All living organisms are made up of cells.
 Cells have various structures and functions.
2. Cell Types
 Prokaryotic cells: Simple cells without a nucleus.
 Eukaryotic cells: Complex cells with a nucleus and membrane-bound
organelles.
3. Cell Membrane
 A selectively permeable barrier that separates the cell from its environment.
 Consists of a phospholipid bilayer embedded with proteins.
 Regulates the movement of substances in and out of the cell.
4. Cell Organelles
 Nucleus: Contains the genetic material (DNA) and controls cell activities.
 Mitochondria: Powerhouse of the cell; produces energy (ATP) through cellular
respiration.
 Endoplasmic reticulum: Involved in protein synthesis and lipid metabolism.
 Golgi apparatus: Modifies, sorts, and packages proteins for transport.
 Lysosomes: Contain enzymes for digestion and waste removal.
 Chloroplasts (in plant cells): Site of photosynthesis, converts sunlight into
chemical energy.
 Vacuoles: Storage sacs for water, nutrients, and waste materials.
5. Cytoskeleton
 A network of protein filaments that provides structure and support to the cell.
 Three main components: microtubules, microfilaments, and intermediate
filaments.
 Involved in cell movement, cell division, and maintaining cell shape.
6. Cellular Transport
 Passive transport: Movement of substances across the cell membrane without
using energy (e.g., diffusion, osmosis).
 Active transport: Movement of substances across the cell membrane with the
use of energy (e.g., protein pumps).
 Endocytosis: Process of engulfing substances into the cell.
 Exocytosis: Process of releasing substances out of the cell.
7. Cell Division
 Mitosis: Division of a cell into two identical daughter cells.
 Stages of mitosis: prophase, metaphase, anaphase, telophase.
 Importance of mitosis: growth, repair, and asexual reproduction.
 Meiosis: Specialized cell division for the production of gametes (sex cells).
8. Cell Cycle
 Interphase: Longest phase; cell growth and DNA replication occur.
 Mitotic phase: Includes mitosis and cytokinesis (division of cytoplasm).
9. Cell Signaling
 Communication between cells through chemical signals (hormones,
neurotransmitters).
 Signal reception, transduction, and response.
10.Cell Differentiation
 Process by which cells become specialized for specific functions.
 Development of various cell types in multicellular organisms.

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specific curriculum or textbook. It is always recommended to refer to your
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