Chapter 4: During osmosis, water moves toward the solution with the _________ solute concentration. A. greater Proteins that assist the movement of a substance across the membrane are called _________ proteins. A. catalytic B. cytoskeleton C. transport D. identification ver time diffusion results in the even distribution of a substance throughout an area. TRUE The sodium-potassium pump moves ions against their concentration gradients and helps maintain an electrochemical gradient across the plasma membrane. TRUE If a transport protein moves two solutes across a membrane in opposite directions, the protein is called a countertransporter or _________. antiporter Coupled transport that involves the moving of one substance against its concentration gradient by using energy from a second substance moving down its concentration gradient is known as: Secondary active transport. Proteins that are embedded within, and extend across, the phospholipid bilayer are called _____ proteins. A. catalytic B. integral C. cytoskeleton Some membrane proteins are not embedded within the lipid bilayer but are instead anchored loosely to either the inner or outer surface. Such proteins are called _________ proteins. peripheral Which of the following choices describes three general functions cells must perform? A. Maintain shape, obtain nutrients, and dispose of wastes The uptake of cholesterol into cells is an example of: A. phagocytosis. B. pinocytosis. C. receptor-mediated endocytosis. The release of neurotransmitter from a neuron is an example of, exocytosis and it requires expenditure of ATP. Which is an active transport process? A. Simple diffusion B. Bulk filtration C. Osmosis D. Facilitated diffusion E. Ion pump Most cells perform pinocytosis. TRUE Which of the following factors influence cell membrane permeability? A. Phospholipid composition of the membrane B. Ionic charge along the membrane C. Presence or absence of transport proteins D. Molecule size E. All of the choices are correct The importance of the folds of Microvilli is ______________. And they DO NOT MOVE. ___________ are small hair like structures that DO MORE and facilitate movement in the trachea and fallopian tubes. Which is a membrane-bound organelle? A. Endoplasmic reticulum B. Lysosome C. Golgi apparatus D. Peroxisome What are NON membrane bound organelles? Catalase-containing peroxisomes are most abundant in ______ cells. A. liver The organelles responsible for organizing microtubules that are part of the mitotic spindle are called: A. centrioles. Nuclear envelope consists primarily of TWO PHOSPHOLIPID BILAYERS The duplicated chromosome that appears during prophase consists of two genetically identical structures called sister ________________. chromatids _____________ is the division of the cytoplasm during cell division. Cytokinesis DNA is organized into discrete units called ____________ that provide information for the production of specific proteins. genes The cytoskeleton has three separate components: microfilaments, intermediate filaments, and ______________. microtubules _____________ ribosomes are responsible for the synthesis of proteins that remain within the cell. Free ________ are barrel-shaped, protein-digesting organelles in both the nucleus and cytoplasm. Proteosomes The technical term for "cellular drinking" is _______________. pinocytosis , Cellular Engulfing is termed ___________________. Phagocytosis. A cell-mediated process that transports large molecules across the plasma membrane and out of the cell is called ________________. exocytosis _______________ transport is required to move a substance across a membrane against a concentration gradient. Active In _____________ transport, substances move across a plasma membrane without the expenditure of energy by the cell. passive A membrane that is able to regulate the movement of materials in and out of the cell is described as being _________ _________ (2 words). selectively permeable The fuzzy coat made of glycoproteins and glycolipids found on the external surface of the plasma membrane is called the _______________. glycocalyx 129. The term used to describe the fluid within a cell is _______________, or intracellular fluid. cytosol _____________ is the general term for all cellular contents located between the plasma membrane and the nucleus. Cytoplasm _____________ are short, membrane-attached projections containing microtubules that occur in large numbers on exposed membrane surfaces. Cilia Everything packaged by the Golgi apparatus for secretion leaves the cell within a vesicle. TRUE Among the functions of the plasma membrane are to form specialized intercellular connections, provide for selective permeability, and facilitate the recognition and response to molecular signals. TRUE Lysosome functions range from the digestion of materials ingested by the cell to the selfdestruction of the cell. TRUE The process of programmed cell death ("cell suicide") is known as __________. apoptosis The FLAGELLUM is a structure that resembles a whip, the only cell in the human body with a flagellum is the SPEM CELL Chromatin degradation, Shrinkage in volume , Abnormal development in organelle structure , Abnormal development in plasma membrane structure are all characteristics of cells undergoing APOPTOSIS -The following are stages of ____________. Place the following in order: -anaphase, metaphase, prophase, telophase When a cell is dividing, the genetic material is in the compact form of __________. chromosomes DNA directs the synthesis of proteins, including enzymes that catalyze the synthesis of several important molecules. TRUE A single mRNA molecule can be read by more than one ribosome simultaneously. TRUE A START codon consists of the three-base sequence AUG . TRUE The coding regions of the DNA that are both transcribed and translated are the ________. exons If the sequence of DNA nucleotides being read is TTACTG, then transcription results in the formation of the sequence: A. AAUGAC B. TTUGUC C. GTCATT D. TTACTG During transcription: A. an RNA molecule is formed as a DNA sequence is read. DNA is made up entirely of genes; a chromosome is the unwoven form of chromatin. B. A sequence of nucleotides in DNA constitutes a gene; DNA and associated proteins form chromatin. The various chemical reactions that organisms carry out are collectively called: A. reproduction. B. homeostasis. C. metabolism. The smallest structural unit that exhibits the characteristics of living things is: CELL Level consists of related organs that work to achieve a common function: Organ System Accurately describes the organization of structures? A. Organs are made up of tissues, which are made up of cells, which are made up of organelles and molecules. The serous fluid that helps in cardiac function is located: A. inside the heart's chambers. B. between the parietal pericardium and the sternum. C. in the pericardial cavity, between the parietal and visceral pericardial layers. D. between the visceral pericardium and the cardiac muscle. Which serous membrane covers the surface of an organ? A. The parietal layer B. The visceral layer The ______ reproductive system produces oocytes. female ______ anatomy examines both superficial anatomic markings and internal body structures as they relate to the skin covering them. A. Regional B. Surface C. Radiographic D. Surgical The discipline known as _____________ anatomy examines similarities and differences across species. comparative In the positive feedback mechanism governing breast feeding, the mammary glands of the breast serve as the: A. control center. B. receptor. C. effector. D. set point. Components of a homeostatic control system in proper order? B. Stimulus, receptor, control center, effector In a homeostatic control mechanism, the receptor detects changes in the environment and relays that information to the ____________. control center Sensory nerves that detect changes in a variable that is being regulated comprise the ________ of the control mechanism. receptor Diagnosing a disease involves determining the: A. cause of the homeostatic imbalance. B. multiple side effects of a drug. C. effector and the set point. D. negativity of the When an acid is placed in water, the acid: A. does not dissolve or dissociate. B. dissolves but does not dissociate. C. dissolves and dissociates. feedback. When a nonpolar molecule is placed in water it will: A. neither dissolve nor carry electrical current. B. dissolve and carry electrical current. C. dissociate and carry electrical current. Chemical barriers composed of phospholipid bilayers form within biological systems because: A. cells expend ATP to position the phospholipid tails close together. B. hydrophobic exclusion results in the close positioning of the nonpolar tails. A polymer is made up of several subunits called __________. monomers When a large biological molecule is digested by the addition of water, the reaction is termed _________. hydrolysis Which of the following is a list of three types of lipids? A. Riposes, purines, and pyrimidines B. Eicosanoids, steroids, and triglycerides The simple sugar glucose is an example of a: A. monosaccharide. The most common lipids in the body are: A. triglycerides, and they are used for energy storage in adipose. TRUE OR FALSE The mediastinum is within the ventral cavity. TRUE The anatomic position allows all observers to have a common point of reference. TRUE Cytology is a subdivision of gross anatomy. FALSE Damage to the heart can cause inadequate blood circulation, which can lead to more damage to the heart. This is an example of a positive feedback cycle. TRUE The urinary system filters the blood, concentrates waste products, and removes waste products from the body. TRUE The cell is the smallest living portion of the human body. TRUE Organs contain two or more tissues that work together to perform specific, complex functions. TRUE CH.2: The three parts making up a nucleotide are: A. a purine, a pyrimidine, and a ribose sugar. B. a five carbon sugar, a phosphate group, and a nitrogenous base. Anything that has mass and occupies space is considered to be ________. matter 3 forms of matter are : Solid, Liquid, Gas Which of the following has the smallest mass? A. An electron Water contains two hydrogen atoms bound to one oxygen atom; "H2O" is therefore water's: A. molecular formula. B. ionic compound. C. isotope ratio. A double covalent bond involves: A. the sharing of one pair of electrons. B. the sharing of two pairs of electrons. C. the donation of one pair of electrons. Phospholipids are described as: A. polar. B. nonpolar. C. amphipathic. D. amphiprotic. Fatty acids consist mainly of carbon and hydrogen, and so fatty acids are: A. nonpolar and do not dissolve in water. Starch and cellulose are examples of polysaccharides found in plants. TRUE Within DNA, adenine makes hydrogen bonds with thymine, and guanine makes hydrogen bonds with cytosine. TRUE