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Study Guide

Types of Test Highest Possible Score


Multiple-choice questions 70
Odd One Out 20
Short-response Essay 10
Total 100

Percentage
9 1
4% 6%
8 2
14% 12%

7 3
8% 10%

6
8%

5 4
12% 26%

Topic 1: Introduction to the Study of Cell and Molecular Biology

Reference:
Iwasa, J & Marshall, W. (2016). Karp’s Cell and Molecular Biology, 8th edition. John Wiley and Sons, Inc., USA.

Learning Outcomes:
- Identify the major personalities involved in the discovery of cells;
- Explain the cell theory;
- Explain the importance of fundamental properties of cells;
- Compare the structure and functions of prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells,

Topic 2: The Chemical Basis of Life

References:
Urry, L. A., et al (2021). Campbell Biology, 12th edition. Pearson Education, Inc., USA.

Learning Outcomes:
- Distinguish different chemical bonds in molecular structure of biomolecules;
- Discuss the structure and functions of the biomolecules of the cell;
- Differentiate acid and base based on its pH; and
- Explain the importance of water

Topic 3: Bioenergetics, Enzymes and Metabolism

Reference:
Urry, L. A., et al (2021). Campbell Biology, 12th edition. Pearson Education, Inc., USA.

Learning Outcomes:
- State and explain the first and second laws of thermodynamics;
- Discuss how enzymes function as molecular catalysts; and
- Explain what metabolism is

Topic 4: The Structure and Function of Plasma Membrane

Reference:
Iwasa, J & Marshall, W. (2016). Karp’s Cell and Molecular Biology, 8th edition. John Wiley and Sons, Inc., USA.

Learning Outcomes:

- Describe the structure of the single membrane that surrounds the eukaryotic cells;
- Describe the roles of membranes within cells and at their surface,
- Describe how plasma membrane maintain its fluidity,
- Explain the different types of movements across the plasma membrane; and
- Explain membrane potential

Topic 5: Aerobic Respiration And The Mitochondrion

Learning Outcomes:
- Describe the structure of the mitochondrion
- Explain how the energy from glucose is released through cellular respiration to form ATP, and;
- Explain the processes involved in the four stages of cellular respiration: glycolysis, oxidation of acetyl-coA, Krebs cycle, and electron
transport chain and chemiosmosis

Topic 6: Photosynthesis And The Chloroplasts

Learning Outcomes:
- Describe the structure of the chloroplast;
- Outline the importance of photosynthetic pigments in photosynthesis; and
- Explain the processes involved in light-dependent reactions and light-independent reactions of photosynthesis.

Topic 7: Interactions between Cells and Environment

Learning Outcomes:
- Identify the different components of the extracellular matrix
- Explain the dynamic properties and functions of the extracellular matrix
- State the structure and functions of various cell adhesion components

Topic 8: Cytoplasmic Membrane Systems: Structure, Function, And Membrane Trafficking

Learning Outcomes:
- Identify the different organelles and structures involved in the cytoplasmic membrane system;
- Explain the significance of organelles like the endoplasmic reticulum, Golgi apparatus, and lysosomes in cellular processes;
- Explain how the endomembrane system process proteins and other substances, and
- Analyze the relevance of membrane trafficking in cellular homeostasis and secretion.

Topic 9: The Cytoskeleton And Cell Motility

Learning Outcomes:
- Discuss the structure and composition of the cytoskeleton;
- Investigate microtubules and their functions in cell motility; and
- Explain the importance of cilia and flagella in cell motility.

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