Table of contents

1. Introduction to Biology2h 42m
2. Chemistry3h 37m
3. Water1h 26m
4. Biomolecules2h 23m
5. Cell Components2h 26m
6. The Membrane2h 31m
7. Energy and Metabolism2h 0m
8. Respiration2h 40m
9. Photosynthesis2h 49m
10. Cell Signaling59m
11. Cell Division2h 47m
12. Meiosis2h 0m
13. Mendelian Genetics4h 44m
14. DNA Synthesis2h 27m
15. Gene Expression3h 6m
16. Regulation of Expression3h 31m
17. Viruses37m
- Viruses
  37m
18. Biotechnology2h 58m
19. Genomics17m
- Genomes
  17m
20. Development1h 5m
21. Evolution3h 1m
22. Evolution of Populations3h 53m
23. Speciation1h 37m
24. History of Life on Earth2h 6m
25. Phylogeny2h 31m
26. Prokaryotes4h 59m
27. Protists1h 12m
28. Plants1h 22m
29. Fungi36m
- Fungi
  19m
- Fungi Reproduction
  17m
30. Overview of Animals34m
- Overview of Animals
  34m
31. Invertebrates1h 2m
32. Vertebrates50m
33. Plant Anatomy1h 3m
34. Vascular Plant Transport1h 2m
- Water Potential
  1h 2m
35. Soil37m
- Soil and Nutrients
  20m
- Nitrogen Fixation
  16m
36. Plant Reproduction47m
- Flowers
  33m
- Seeds
  14m
37. Plant Sensation and Response1h 9m
38. Animal Form and Function1h 19m
39. Digestive System1h 10m
- Digestion
  1h 3m
- Blood Sugar Homeostasis
  7m
40. Circulatory System1h 49m
41. Immune System1h 12m
42. Osmoregulation and Excretion50m
- Osmoregulation and Excretion
  50m
43. Endocrine System1h 4m
- Endocrine System
  1h 4m
44. Animal Reproduction1h 2m
- Animal Reproduction
  1h 2m
45. Nervous System1h 55m
- Neurons and Action Potentials
  1h 8m
- Central and Peripheral Nervous System
  46m
46. Sensory Systems46m
- Sensory System
  46m
47. Muscle Systems23m
- Musculoskeletal System
  23m
48. Ecology3h 11m
49. Animal Behavior28m
- Animal Behavior
  28m
50. Population Ecology3h 41m
51. Community Ecology2h 46m
52. Ecosystems2h 36m
53. Conservation Biology24m
- Conservation Biology
  24m

5. Cell Components

Introduction to Eukaryotic Organelles

General Biology

5. Cell Components

Introduction to Eukaryotic Organelles

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Textbook Question

Which structure is common to plant and animal cells?
a. Chloroplast
b. Central vacuole
c. Mitochondrion
d. Centriole

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Begin by identifying the key structures found in both plant and animal cells. These are the organelles that are shared between the two types of cells.

Understand that chloroplasts are unique to plant cells and are involved in photosynthesis, so they are not common to both plant and animal cells.

Recognize that the central vacuole is typically found in plant cells and serves as storage and structural support, making it uncommon in animal cells.

Consider the mitochondrion, which is known as the powerhouse of the cell, responsible for energy production through cellular respiration. This organelle is present in both plant and animal cells.

Finally, note that centrioles are primarily associated with animal cells and are involved in cell division, thus not common to both plant and animal cells.

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Cellular Organelles

Cellular organelles are specialized structures within cells that perform distinct functions necessary for cell survival and operation. Both plant and animal cells contain organelles such as mitochondria, which are responsible for energy production through cellular respiration. Understanding the roles of these organelles helps in identifying which structures are shared between different cell types.

Mitochondrion

The mitochondrion is a double-membraned organelle found in both plant and animal cells, known as the powerhouse of the cell. It generates ATP through the process of oxidative phosphorylation, providing energy for various cellular activities. Its presence in both cell types makes it a common structure, unlike chloroplasts or central vacuoles, which are specific to plant cells.

Differences Between Plant and Animal Cells

Plant and animal cells share several organelles but also have distinct structures due to their different functions and environments. For example, chloroplasts and central vacuoles are unique to plant cells, aiding in photosynthesis and storage, respectively. Recognizing these differences is crucial for identifying which organelles are common to both cell types, such as mitochondria.

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