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Mohamed Abbas
June 20, 2023
Cell Biology

Understanding the Nucleus: The Control Center of Eukaryotic Cells

Nucleus “Brain” of the cell, control center; Contains DNA (genetic material); Directs cell activities The nucleus is a cellular organelle that is found in eukaryotic cells, which...

Mohamed Abbas
June 20, 2023
Cell Biology

Discover the Powerhouse of the Cell: The Role and Function of Mitochondria

Mitochondria “Powerhouse” or “Energy producer”; makes ATP through cell respiration Mitochondria are membrane-bound organelles found in most eukaryotic cells. They are responsible for producing energy in the...

Mohamed Abbas
June 20, 2023
Cell Biology

Exploring the Vital Functions of Vesicles: Transporting Molecules and Regulating Cell Membrane Composition

Vesicles “Mail men,” small membrane bound sacs that transport materials around cell and to cell membrane Vesicles are sac-like structures that are found in cells. They are...

Mohamed Abbas
June 20, 2023
Cell Biology

The Importance of Vacuoles and Central Vacuoles in Eukaryotic Cells: A Focus on Plant Cell Function and Structure

Vacuole/Central Vacuole “warehouse,” digest and stores food, water, waste; larger in plant cells and helps them maintain shape Vacuoles are membrane-bound organelles found in the cytoplasm of...

Mohamed Abbas
June 20, 2023
Cell Biology

Understanding the role of lysosomes in eukaryotic cells: Functions, regulation, and lysosomal storage disorders

Lysosome Enzyme vesicle.Breaks down larger food molecules into smaller molecules; digests old cell parts, engulfed viruses or bacteria Lysosomes are membrane-bound organelles that are present in the...

Mohamed Abbas
June 20, 2023
Molecular Biology

Understanding the Role of Ribosomes in Protein Synthesis: An Essential Process for All Living Cells

Ribosome Assembles amino acids into proteins; found on ER and freely floating throughout cell Ribosomes are small organelles found in all living cells. They are responsible for...

Mohamed Abbas
June 20, 2023
Cell Biology

Unveiling the Multifaceted Functions of Rough Endoplasmic Reticulum (RER) in Eukaryotic Cells

Rough Endoplasmic Reticulum (RER) “Cell highway”, transports proteins; stores proteins The Rough Endoplasmic Reticulum (RER) is a network of flattened sacs and interconnected tubules found within eukaryotic...

Mohamed Abbas
June 20, 2023
Cell Biology

The Crucial Functions of Smooth Endoplasmic Reticulum: Lipid Synthesis, Detoxification, Calcium Storage, Steroid Hormone Synthesis and Carbohydrate Metabolism in Eukaryotic Cells.

Smooth Endoplasmic Reticulum (SER) Breaks down drugs in the cell; responsible for manufacturing lipids; stores lipids and carbohydrates The smooth endoplasmic reticulum (SER) is one of the...