Learning Objectives

• Consider the concepts that underpin the cell theory
• Consider the value of cell biology and biological sciences in the study and practice of medicine
• Discuss the basic functions and properties of cells
• Compare and contrast the features of prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells
• List the major types of microbial organisms and outline the major structural and functional characteristics of bacteria and viruses

Cells

• what are the 4 components of cell theory?
• compare eukaryotes vs prokaryotes?
• what is meant by the principle of complementarily of structure and function? example?
• what are the 3 main features of human cells?

Cell Cycle

• what are the 2 main phases of the somatic cell cycle?
• what are the 3 stages of interphase?
• what are the 5 phases of mitosis?
• what does mitosis look like under a microscope?

Bacteria and Viruses

• what are the structural characteristics of bacteria?
• what are the structural characteristics of viruses?