Cell Biology Review

These flashcards cover key concepts related to cell biology and tissue types, helping to prepare for a midterm exam.

Nucleus

Stores genetic material.

Nucleolus

Produces ribosomes.

Ribosomes

Sites of protein synthesis.

Rough Endoplasmic Reticulum

Involved in making proteins.

Smooth Endoplasmic Reticulum

Synthesizes lipids (fats).

Golgi Apparatus

Factory that makes carbohydrates and distributes them to cells.

Mitochondria

Produces ATP (energy) for the cell.

Lysosome

Vesicle filled with powerful acids, it protects the cell.

Centrioles

Important for cell division in the process called mitosis.

Epithelium Tissue

One of the four tissue types making up the body.

Connective Tissue

One of the four tissue types making up the body.

Muscle Tissue

One of the four tissue types making up the body.

Nerve Tissue

One of the four tissue types making up the body.

Simple Squamous Epithelium

A single layer of flat cells, found inside blood vessels.

Stratified Epithelium

Multiple layers of cells.

Simple Cuboidal Epithelium

Single layer of cube-shaped cells, found in the kidney and liver.

Stratified Cuboidal Epithelium

Multiple layers of cube-shaped cells, found in sweat glands.

Columnar Epithelium

Cells that are taller and column-like, often involved in moving substances along the membrane.

Cilia

Fine, hair-like structures on the surface of some cells.

Goblet Cells

Cells that produce mucus.