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Mohamed Abbas
June 20, 2023
Cell Biology

Unlocking Prophase II: The Second Stage of Meiosis

Prophase II Spindle apparatus forms, chromatids still held at centromere Prophase II is the second stage of meiosis. It follows the completion of meiosis I, where the...

Mohamed Abbas
June 20, 2023
Cell Biology

Understanding Telophase I and Cytokinesis in Meiosis I

Telophase I and Cytokinesis Cell has haploid set of chromosomes, cytokinesis creates cleavage furrow creating 2 cells, no replication between m I and m II Telophase I...

Mohamed Abbas
June 20, 2023
Cell Biology

Discovering Organelles: The Specialized Structures within Cells and Their Functions

Organelle “Small organs” of the cell that carry out specific functions An organelle is a specialized structure within a cell that performs specific functions. It is often...

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...