Biology: The Unity and Diversity of Life (MindTap Course List)
15th Edition
ISBN: 9781337408332
Author: Cecie Starr, Ralph Taggart, Christine Evers, Lisa Starr
Publisher: Cengage Learning
expand_more
expand_more
format_list_bulleted
Concept explainers
Videos
Textbook Question
Chapter 4, Problem 8SQ
The main function of the endomembrane system is:
- a. building and modifying proteins and lipids
- b. isolating DNA from toxic substances
- c. secreting extracellular matrix onto the cell surface
- d. producing ATP by aerobic respiration
Expert Solution & Answer
Want to see the full answer?
Check out a sample textbook solution
Students have asked these similar questions
The main function of the endomembrane system is:a. building and modifying proteins and lipidsb. isolating DNA from toxic substancesc. secreting extracellular matrix onto the cell surfaced. producing ATP by aerobic respiration
Of the following organelles associated with the endomembrane system, which group is primarily imvolved in synthesizing
molecules needed by the cell:?
Select one or more
a. Smooth endoplasmic reticulum, ribosome vacuole
b. Ribosome, rough endoplasmic reticulum, smooth endoplasmic reticulum
c Rough endoplasmic reticulum, lysosoroe, vacuole
d. Vacuole, rough endoplasmic reticulum, smooth endoplasmic reticulum
e Lysosome, vacuole, ribosome
DOOO
Which of the following is NOT a function of lysosomes?
a.
digesting particles taken in by endocytosis
b.
help in the formation of cell membranes
c.
degrading worn-out or nonfunctional organelles
d.
breaking down bone to release calcium ions into the blood
Chapter 4 Solutions
Biology: The Unity and Diversity of Life (MindTap Course List)
Ch. 4 - Effects of Kartagener Syndrome An abnormal form of...Ch. 4 - All cells have these three things in common:...Ch. 4 - Which of the following is,not a principle of the...Ch. 4 - The surface-to-volume ratio _______. a. does not...Ch. 4 - A plasma membrane ________. a. controls exchanges...Ch. 4 - True or false? Ribosomes are only found in...Ch. 4 - Unlike eukaryotic cells, prokaryotic cells ______....Ch. 4 - What controls the passage of molecules into and...Ch. 4 - The main function of the endomembrane system is:...Ch. 4 - Enzymes. contalned in _______ break down worn-out...
Ch. 4 - Put the following structures in order according to...Ch. 4 - Which of the following statements is false? a. The...Ch. 4 - Prob. 12SQCh. 4 - Which of the following organelles contains no DNA?...Ch. 4 - No animal cell has a ___________. a. plasma...Ch. 4 - Prob. 15SQCh. 4 - Expalin the difference between cytosol and...Ch. 4 - In a classic episode of Star Trek, a gigantic...Ch. 4 - Prob. 3CTCh. 4 - What type or micrograph is shown below? Is the...
Additional Science Textbook Solutions
Find more solutions based on key concepts
Single penny tossed 20 times and counting heads and tails: Probability (prediction): _______/20 heads ________/...
Laboratory Manual For Human Anatomy & Physiology
Describe the role and impact of microbes on the earth.
Microbiology Fundamentals: A Clinical Approach
On what molecule does the anticodon appear? Explain the role of this molecule in protein synthesis.
Human Physiology: An Integrated Approach (8th Edition)
To test your knowledge, discuss the following topics with a study partner or in writing ideally from memory. Th...
HUMAN ANATOMY
Gregor Mendel never saw a gene, yet he concluded that some inherited factors were responsible for the patterns ...
Campbell Essential Biology (7th Edition)
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
- Create a table the organelles, the cytoplasm, their location and their function a. mitochondria b. ribosome c. golgi bodies d. lysosomes e. Nucleus f. cytoplasmarrow_forwardIdentify the non-polar organic molecule which can pass freely through the plasma membrane.A. CH3CH2OH (ethanol)B. CO2 (carbon dioxide)C. C6H12O6 (glucose)D. N2 (nitrogen gas)E. CH4 (methanearrow_forwardWhich of the following is not a function of the smooth endoplasmic reticulum? Group of answer choices a.Provides a site for ribosome attachment b.Supplies membrane for use throughout the cell c.Makes steroid hormones d.Makes glycoproteinsarrow_forward
- Which of the following is NOT a part of the endomembrane system? A. The Golgi apparatus B. Peroxisomes C. Lysosomes D. The exterior cell membranearrow_forwardWhich of the following statements describes the function of plasma membranes? I. define the boundaries of the cell and its organelles and act as permeability barriers II. sites for specific biological and chemical functions III. possess transport proteins that regulate the movement of substances into and out of the cell and its organelles IV. contain protein molecules that act as receptors to detect external signals V. provide mechanisms for cell-to-cell contact, adhesion, and communication A. I and III B. I, III, IV C. I, III, IV, V D. I, II, III, IV, Varrow_forwardCreate a table with the following: the organelles, the cytoplasm, their location and their function a. mitochondria b. ribosome c. golgi bodies d. lysosomes e. Nucleus f. cytoplasmarrow_forward
- Which of the following is not a function of the extracellular matrix Select one: A. Prevents the loss of water when cells are placed in a hypertonic solution. B. Assists in the movement of substances across the plasma membrane. C. Has numerous functions that affect the shape and activities of the cell that produced it. D. Takes place in reception of moleculesarrow_forwardWhich of the following can enter the cell by diffusion through the plasma membrane? A. salts B. glucose C. phospholipids D. carbon dioxidearrow_forwardA cellular process is shown in stages from left to right in the image. Which of the following is the depicted process, with the correct description of its function? Outiside of cell Plasma Membrane -00 0--00 8-88-8 8-88-8 A. Endocytosis; initiation of signal transduction B. Endocytosis; uptake of nutrients C. Exocytosis; breakdown of wastes D. Exocytosis; secretion of proteinsarrow_forward
- Transmembrane proteins are proteins that O A. Allow a substance through the cell wall B. Sit only on the surface of the plasma membrane C. Span the plasma membrane from one side to the other. O D. All of the abovearrow_forwardCellular organization (e.g. movement of organelles) is facilitated by Cells are capable of resisting mechanical stress due to the presence of Select one: a. microtubles, intermediate filaments b. actin, intermediate filaments c. intermediate filaments, actin d. microtubles, actin e. actin, microtubules Next pagearrow_forwardWhat is the major function of lysosomes? They: A. package proteins B. detoxify toxic substances C. catalyse lipid metabolism D. digest unwanted particles within the cellarrow_forward
arrow_back_ios
SEE MORE QUESTIONS
arrow_forward_ios
Recommended textbooks for you
The Cell Membrane; Author: The Organic Chemistry Tutor;https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AsffT7XIXbA;License: Standard youtube license