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Cell Structure and Function

Elijah Ramirez

Elijah Ramirez

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Study Guide Overview

This study guide covers cell structure and function, focusing on subcellular components like ribosomes, the endoplasmic reticulum, Golgi complex, mitochondria, lysosomes, vacuoles, and chloroplasts. It also explains cell size and its relation to the surface area-to-volume ratio. Additionally, it discusses the plasma membrane structure and function, including membrane transport mechanisms (passive and active). Finally, it covers tonicity, osmoregulation, and the endosymbiotic theory.

Question 1 of 13

Ready to ace this? ๐Ÿ˜Ž Which of these is the main job of ribosomes in a cell?

Producing energy

Making proteins

Modifying proteins

Breaking down waste