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What's the Difference Between Prokaryotic and Eukaryotic Cells?

A comprehensive guide to cell biology covering differences between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells, cell specialisation and differentiation in plants and animals, and methods for culturing microorganisms using agar gel plates.

  • Detailed exploration of cellular structures including plasmids, nucleus, mitochondria, and other organelles
  • In-depth comparison between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cell types
  • Examination of specialized cells including sperm, nerve, and muscle cells
  • Overview of cell differentiation processes in plants and animals
  • Introduction to microscopy techniques and bacterial culture methods
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A comprehensive guide to cell biology covering differences between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells, cell specialisation and differentiation in plants and animals, and methods for culturing microorganisms using agar gel plates.

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Cell Structure and Function

This comprehensive section explores the fundamental aspects of cellular biology, covering essential structures and their functions. The content begins with key definitions and progresses through cell types, specialization, and laboratory techniques.

Definition: Subcellular structures are the various components found inside cells that perform specific functions.

Vocabulary: Plasmid DNA - Genetic material that exists independently from a cell's nucleus, commonly found in bacterial cells.

Highlight: The key organelles and their functions include:

  • Nucleus: Controls cell activities
  • Mitochondria: Site of aerobic respiration
  • Cytoplasm: Location of most chemical reactions
  • Chloroplasts: Light absorption and food production
  • Ribosomes: Protein synthesis
  • Cell membrane: Selective permeability
  • Cell wall: Structural support
  • Vacuole: Contains cell sap in plants

Example: Specialized cells demonstrate unique adaptations:

  • Sperm cells develop tails for mobility
  • Nerve cells have branching dendrites for neural connections
  • Muscle cells contain numerous mitochondria for energy production
  • Root hair cells have increased surface area for water absorption

Definition: Cell differentiation is the process by which cells become specialized for specific functions, occurring throughout a plant's life but early in animal development.

Highlight: Microscopy and bacterial culture techniques:

  • Cell measurements use micrometers
  • Electron microscopes provide superior detail compared to light microscopes
  • Bacteria reproduce through binary fission
  • Bacterial cultures grow in nutrient broth or on agar plates

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