Complex interactions between various macromolecules dictate the cellular and organismal outcomes seen in biology. Pick one of the following examples two biological processes or molecules which interact in a complex and opposite mechanisms to control an aspect of cellular biology. Describe the difference between these two processes and explain how they interact to provide the delicate balance in the cell, as suggested below. If this balance is not maintained, what would be the cellular and organismal effects? Examples to choose from: Metabolic production of protein polymers is offset by the descructive actions of the lysosome
Cell Structure
The knowledge and concept about the structure of the cells have changed constantly over the past years. Primarily the scientist defines the cells as a simple membranous sac with fluids and some particles. Researches have now revealed that the cell is the more complex and basic unit of life. There are different types of cells and they also differ in shape and structure. The basic three parts of a cell are cell membrane, cytoplasm, and organelle.
Plant Cell
The smallest functional unit of a living organism is known as the cell. It is composed of cytoplasm enclosed by an outer layer known as the cell membrane. A cell is classified as a prokaryotic cell and a eukaryotic cell. A prokaryotic cell does not contain a nucleus, and the genetic material is freely suspended in the cell cytoplasm; for example, bacteria are composed of a prokaryotic cell. Whereas a eukaryotic cell contains a nucleus and membrane-bound cell organelles with a specific function, plants and animal cells are examples of eukaryotic cells.
Plant Cell Types
Plants are made up of a variety of cell types that include both living and dead cells. These cells provide them mechanical and structural support along with the growth of plants. Plant tissue is a group or collection of cells, which are similar in structure and work together to accomplish a specific function. Plant cells are most similar to animal cells, both being eukaryotic cells.
Complex interactions between various macromolecules dictate the cellular and organismal outcomes seen in biology. Pick one of the following examples two biological processes or molecules which interact in a complex and opposite mechanisms to control an aspect of cellular biology. Describe the difference between these two processes and explain how they interact to provide the delicate balance in the cell, as suggested below. If this balance is not maintained, what would be the cellular and organismal effects?
Examples to choose from:
Metabolic production of proteinpolymers is offset by the descructive actions of the lysosome- Mitochondrial flux produces cellular energy currency, but produces ROS in the cytosol
- AMP and ATP interact with phosphofructokinase to affect the progression of substrates through glycolysis
- ATPase allows protons to diffuse across the mitochondrial inner membrane while protons are continually pumped out through respiratory chain protein action
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