A-Level Biology - Cell Biology

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  • State three structural differences between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells.
  • Describe the structure and function of mitochondria.
  • Name the main structures of a chloroplast and their functions.
  • Compare the ribosomes found in eukaryotic and prokaryotic cells.
  • What is the function of the Golgi apparatus?
  • Describe the structure of a virus particle.
  • Define the terms magnification and resolution.
  • State the difference between a TEM and an SEM.
  • Why use cold, isotonic, buffered solution before cell fractionation?
  • List the order organelles separate during ultracentrifugation.
  • What events occur during interphase of the cell cycle?
  • Describe the appearance of chromosomes during metaphase of mitosis.
  • What occurs during anaphase of mitosis?
  • Why is the cell membrane described as a fluid-mosaic model?
  • Contrast simple diffusion and facilitated diffusion.
  • State the biological definition of osmosis.
  • Explain the process of active transport across a cell membrane.
  • Describe how glucose is absorbed by co-transport in the ileum.
  • Outline the process of phagocytosis.
  • What is the role of T helper cells in the immune response?

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