Gene ANSWER DNA sequence that codes for a protein, and determines a
characteristic
Genome ANSWER the whole set of instructions contained in an organism's
DNA, consisting of all of that organism's chromosomes
disease ANSWER A departure from normal body state or function, either
manifest as symptoms, disorders of function, or recognizable structural or
biochemical changes
How does a mutation lead to a genetic disease? -ANWEER A mutation causes
a genetic disorder or disease when it concerns the change of a protein
important to the normal function and development of the human body
Golgi apparatus-ANSWER A complex of membranous tubules within the
cytoplasm of animal cells that is responsible for modification, sorting, and
packaging of exported proteins
Endoplasmic Reticulum ER - ANSWER A cell structure that forms a maze of
passageways in which proteins and other materials are carried from one part
, of the cell to another.
Smooth ER - ANSWER That portion of the endoplasmic reticulum that is
free of ribosomes.
Rough ER - ANSWER That portion of the endoplasmic reticulum studded
with ribosomes.
Cell Nucleus - ANSWER Part of the cell that contains DNA and RNA and
controls the growth and reproduction of a cell.
cystic fibrosis - ANSWER Genetic disease present from birth, affecting
respiratory and digestive systems.
CFTR protein - ANSWER protein functions as a channel for chloride ions to
across the membrane of cells that produce mucus, sweat, saliva, tears, and
digestive enzymes. When it is faulty it does not work and mucus thickens.
Vacuole - ANSWER Cell organelle that stores materials such as water, salts,
proteins, and carbohydrates
integral proteins - ANSWER penetrate the hydrophobic interior of the lipid
bilayer
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