Human Genetics, 10th Edition, (Lewis)

Chapter 2: Cells

Learning Outcomes


2.1

 

Introducing Cells

1.

  

Explain why it is important to know the cellular basis of a disease.

2.

  

Define differentiated cell.

2.2

 

Cell Components

3.

  

List the four major chemicals in cells.

4.

  

Describe how organelles interact.

5.

  

Describe the structure and function of a biological membrane.

6.

  

List the components of the cytoskeleton.

2.3

 

Cell Division and Death

7.

  

Distinguish between mitosis and apoptosis.

8.

  

Describe the events and control of the cell cycle.

2.4

 

Cell-Cell Interactions

9.

  

Explain how chemical signals enter a cell.

10.

  

List the steps of cellular adhesion.

2.5

 

Stem Cells

11.

  

List the characteristics of a stem cell.

12.

  

Define stem and progenitor cell.

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