Table of contents

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology5h 43m
2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components12h 36m
3. Energy & Cell Processes10h 6m
4. Tissues & Histology10h 3m
5. Integumentary System2h 20m
6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue2h 16m
7. The Skeletal System2h 35m
8. Joints2h 17m
9. Muscle Tissue2h 33m
10. Muscles1h 11m
11. Nervous Tissue and Nervous System1h 35m
12. The Central Nervous System1h 6m
- Introduction to the Central Nervous System
  18m
- The Cerebrum
  48m
13. The Peripheral Nervous System1h 26m
14. The Autonomic Nervous System1h 38m
15. The Special Senses2h 41m
16. The Endocrine System2h 48m
17. The Blood3h 22m
18. The Heart3h 42m
19. The Blood Vessels3h 35m
20. The Lymphatic System3h 16m
21. The Immune System14h 37m
22. The Respiratory System3h 20m
23. The Digestive System2h 5m
24. Metabolism and Nutrition4h 0m
25. The Urinary System2h 39m
26. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, Acid Base Balance37m
27. The Reproductive System2h 5m
28. Human Development1h 21m
29. Heredity3h 32m

2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components

Prokaryotic & Eukaryotic Cells

Anatomy & Physiology

2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components

Prokaryotic & Eukaryotic Cells

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Problem 13

Textbook Question

Although cells have differences that reflect their special functions in the body, what functional abilities do all cells exhibit?

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Understand that all cells share certain fundamental characteristics and functions, despite their specialization for specific roles in the body.

Recognize that all cells exhibit the ability to maintain homeostasis, which involves regulating their internal environment to remain stable and functional.

Identify that all cells perform metabolism, which includes chemical reactions such as breaking down nutrients for energy and synthesizing molecules necessary for cellular function.

Note that all cells exhibit responsiveness, meaning they can respond to stimuli from their environment, such as changes in temperature, pH, or signaling molecules.

Understand that all cells have the ability to reproduce, either by dividing to form new cells (mitosis) or through specialized processes like meiosis in reproductive cells.

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Key Concepts

Here are the essential concepts you must grasp in order to answer the question correctly.

Cellular Structure

All cells share a fundamental structure that includes a plasma membrane, cytoplasm, and genetic material (DNA). This basic architecture allows cells to maintain homeostasis, communicate with their environment, and carry out essential life processes. Despite variations in size and shape, these components are crucial for the cell's functionality.

Metabolism

Metabolism encompasses all biochemical reactions occurring within a cell, including catabolism (breaking down molecules for energy) and anabolism (building up molecules for growth and repair). This ability to convert energy and matter is vital for sustaining cellular functions and supporting the organism's overall health.

Reproduction

All cells possess the ability to reproduce, either through mitosis (for somatic cells) or meiosis (for gametes). This process is essential for growth, tissue repair, and the continuation of genetic information across generations. Reproduction ensures that cells can proliferate and maintain the organism's life cycle.