Introduction
For many of you this will be the first time that you will explore
cellular biology in more detail. These are the fundamental principles necessary for most current
work being done in the field of biology. It is critical that you completely understand this
material in order for you to proceed to further studies in biology.
I have included a list of major concepts, some detail you should be familiar with and some links
to numerous sites which will allow you to view, download or print material which is directly
related to these concepts. In addition there may be some material which is of interest to
you (hey you never know!).
The links will assist you if you run into any difficulties and have specific questions.
Major Concepts
Cellular Organelles
- Cell theory.
- Identify and describe each.
- Differences between plant and animal cells.
Biochemical Compounds
- Carbohydrates, proteins, lipids and nucleic acids.
- Dehydration synthesis and hydrolysis.
- Role of enzymes.
Movement Across a Membrane
- Fluid-Mosaic model.
- Passive transport (diffusion, facilitated diffusion and osmosis).
- Active transport.
Photosynthesis
- General formula.
- Light and dark reactions.
- Energy transformations.
- ATP.
Respiration
- General formula.
- Four general stages (glycolysis, transition, Krebs, ETC).
- ATP
- Aerobic and Anaerobic
References:
- Cellular Biology Resource This is a comprehensive site which covers the vast majority of areas we will be dealing with in this unit.
- Biology Online Provides information on the cell and cell organelles. It also provides a comprehensive scientific dictionary.
- General A good general source for the whole course.
- Cell Membrane Excellent site dealing with the cell membrane.
- Photosynthesis An enormous site on photosynthesis with pictures and links.
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