Biology: The Dynamic Science (MindTap Course List)
4th Edition
ISBN: 9781305389892
Author: Peter J. Russell, Paul E. Hertz, Beverly McMillan
Publisher: Cengage Learning
expand_more
expand_more
format_list_bulleted
Concept explainers
Videos
Textbook Question
Chapter 10, Problem 4TYK
The major microtubule organizing center of the animal cell is:
a. chromosomes, composed of chromatids.
b. the centrosome, composed of centrioles.
c. the chromatin, composed of chromatids.
d. chromosomes, composed of centromere.
e. centrioles, composed of centrosome.
Expert Solution & Answer
Want to see the full answer?
Check out a sample textbook solution
Students have asked these similar questions
Mark the following statements about the cytoskeleton as true or false. If a statement is false, correct it to make a true statement.a. _____ Actin filaments combine with myosin motor proteins to provide the cell with mechanical strength.b. _____ The cilia found on sperm cells propel the cells through a liquid medium.c. _____ Microtubules are hollow tubes that align organelles and shuttle them to their proper places in the cell.d. _____ Intermediate filaments are ropelike structures composed of tubulin proteins.e. _____ Centrioles are part of the centrosome from which microtubules originate.f. _____ Endocytosis, exocytosis, muscle cell contraction, and cellular “crawling” are all mediated by intermediate filaments
A cell that synthesizes large amounts of protein for use outside thecell has a largea. number of cytoplasmic inclusions.b. number of mitochondria.c. amount of rough endoplasmic reticulum.d. amount of smooth endoplasmic reticulum.e. number of lysosomes.
Brefeldin A is a drug that disrupts the transfer of protein from the ER to the Golgi apparatus. Which
other organelles and membranes of an animal cell are affected?
a.
Interior of the nucleus, lysosomes and transport vesicles
b.
All intracellular organelles and membranes
C.
Lysosomes, transport vesicles, plasma membrane, inner nuclear membrane
d.
Vacuole, plasma membrane, mitochondria
e.
Mitochondria, peroxisomes, plasma membrane
Chapter 10 Solutions
Biology: The Dynamic Science (MindTap Course List)
Ch. 10.1 - What are the three interrelated systems that...Ch. 10.1 - Prob. 2SBCh. 10.1 - Prob. 3SBCh. 10.1 - Prob. 4SBCh. 10.2 - Compare the chromosome content of daughter cells...Ch. 10.2 - Prob. 2SBCh. 10.2 - Prob. 3SBCh. 10.3 - How does spindle formation differ in animals and...Ch. 10.3 - Prob. 2SBCh. 10.4 - Prob. 1SB
Ch. 10.4 - Prob. 2SBCh. 10.4 - What is an oncogene? How might an oncogene affect...Ch. 10.4 - Prob. 4SBCh. 10.5 - Prob. 1SBCh. 10.5 - Prob. 2SBCh. 10 - During the cell cycle, the DNA mass of a cell:...Ch. 10 - A tumor suppressor protein, p21, inhibits Cdk1....Ch. 10 - A major difference between hereditary information...Ch. 10 - The major microtubule organizing center of the...Ch. 10 - Prob. 5TYKCh. 10 - Which of the following statements about mitosis is...Ch. 10 - Prob. 7TYKCh. 10 - Which of the following statements about cell cycle...Ch. 10 - Which of the following is not a characteristic of...Ch. 10 - Which of the following does not accurately...Ch. 10 - In bacteria: a. several chromosomes undergo...Ch. 10 - Prob. 12TYKCh. 10 - Discuss Concepts A cell has 38 chromosomes. After...Ch. 10 - Prob. 14TYKCh. 10 - Prob. 15TYKCh. 10 - Apply Evolutionary Thinking The genes and proteins...Ch. 10 - Biologists have long been interested in the...Ch. 10 - Prob. 2ITD
Knowledge Booster
Learn more about
Need a deep-dive on the concept behind this application? Look no further. Learn more about this topic, biology and related others by exploring similar questions and additional content below.Similar questions
- What is the name given to the structure of the MTOC found near the cell membrane that provides a template for cilia assembly? a. kinetic bodyb. basal bodyc. kinetochored. basal centromerearrow_forwardEach cell in an organism has all of the basic parts. Each has a function that benefits the other cells, how might the presence of different cell structures in plant and animal help them perform their functions as an organism. Briefly Explain.arrow_forwardWhat controls the passage of molecules into and out ofthe nucleus?a. endoplasmic reticulum, an extension of the nucleusb. nuclear pores, which consist of membrane proteinsc. nucleoli, in which ribosome subunits are maded. dynamically assembled microtubulese. tight junctionsarrow_forward
- Match the descriptions below with the following stages of mitosis, in the correct order:Prophase; Anaphase; and Cytokinesis.A. Centrioles are found at the poles; Microtubules attach to centromeres; ChromosomescondenseB. Chromosomes align along the metaphase plate; Chromosomes split at the centromere;Microtubules attach to centromereC. Chromosomes shorten and thicken; Chromosomes split at the centromere; Cytoplasm dividesD. Centrioles are found at the poles; Chromosomes split at the centromere; Chromosomes arriveat opposite polesE. Chromosomes shorten and thicken; Chromosomes arrive at opposite poles; Cytoplasmdividesarrow_forwardConsider the proper progression of the cell cycle. In one of the first steps, the __ Select one: a. cell membrane breaks down as the micrtubulin filaments dissolve b. cell membrane breaks down as the intermediate filaments dissolve c. nuclear membrane breaks down as the actin filaments dissolve d. cell membrane breaks down as the actin filaments dissolve e. nuclear membrane breaks down as the intermediate filaments dissolvearrow_forwardDescribe the changes in the cell that take place during: a. prophase. b. metaphase. c. anaphase. d. telophase.arrow_forward
- Fill in the concept map to the left on your own paper to organize the information on the different levels of organization of cells.arrow_forwardIn cancer, cells divide out of control. Thus, chemicals that interfere with cell division might be used to stop cancer cells. How many of the following might stop human cancer cells? I. A chemical that prevents the phosphorylation of lamins. II. A chemical that prevents microtubule shortening. III. A chemical that prevents actin-myosin contraction. IV. A chemical that prevents the dephosphorylation of lamins. O 2 O 4 O 1arrow_forwardNEED HELP What structure do animal cells have, and that plant cells do not have, that aids in Mitosis? Explain. a) nucleus b) centriole (c) spindle fibers d) chromatidsarrow_forward
- Which of the following statements about exocytosis in the sea urchin egg are true? Choose one or more: O A. Exocytosis is used to remove extra sperm that enter the cell. O B. Exocytosis is required for the Ca2+ wave to travel through the cytosol. O C. Exocytosis releases hydrolytic enzymes from the cell. O D. The exocytic vesicles are densely packed with protein.arrow_forwardAnimal cell organelles import proteins by three distinct mechanisms. For each mechanism, briefly describe: a) Name of the mechanism and organelles can obtain proteins via it. b) Processes of the mechanisms.arrow_forward1. What organelles are the main components of the endomembrane system? a. Cell membrane and cell wall b. ER and Golgi apparatus c. Mitochondria d. Nucleus, nuclear pores, and nucleolu 2. What are the two most important structures involved in moving chromosomes during mitosis? a. centrosomes and chromosomes b. centrosomes and mitotic spindle fibers c. kinetochores and chromosomes d. kinetochores and mitotic spindle fibers 3. What is nuclear localization signal? a. A signal built into a protein that directs it to the nucleus b. A molecule that is attached to nuclear proteins, so that they are retained inside the structure c. A component of the nuclear pore complex d. A stretch of amino acids that directs proteins from the nucleus to the ERarrow_forward
arrow_back_ios
SEE MORE QUESTIONS
arrow_forward_ios
Recommended textbooks for you
Biology: The Dynamic Science (MindTap Course List)BiologyISBN:9781305389892Author:Peter J. Russell, Paul E. Hertz, Beverly McMillanPublisher:Cengage Learning
Biology: The Dynamic Science (MindTap Course List)
Biology
ISBN:9781305389892
Author:Peter J. Russell, Paul E. Hertz, Beverly McMillan
Publisher:Cengage Learning
The Cell Cycle and its Regulation; Author: Professor Dave Explains;https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eqJqhA8HSJ0;License: Standard YouTube License, CC-BY
Cell Division - Mitosis and Meiosis - GCSE Biology (9-1); Author: Mr Exham Biology;https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w7vp_uRA8kw;License: Standard YouTube License, CC-BY