A Brief Analysis of Living Cell: Cell Theory and Organelles

This report provides a detailed analysis of cell theory, beginning with an executive summary outlining the key differences between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells, followed by descriptions of cell structures and organelles, including diagrams. The report further explores the plasma membrane and its permeability, covering transport mechanisms like active and passive transport. The final section contrasts normal cells with stem cells, touching upon cancer cells and the importance of interphase. The introduction briefly touches upon the discovery of cells by Robert Hook, the development of cell theory by Schleiden and Schwann, and the classification of cells into prokaryotic and eukaryotic types. The discussion covers the characteristics of living cells like growth, homeostasis, cellular reproduction, and energy use, followed by a comparison of prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells, including their structural differences. The report then elaborates on various eukaryotic cell organelles, such as mitochondria, lysosomes, Golgi apparatus, chloroplasts, ribosomes, and the nucleus, along with their functions. Section two explores the mechanisms of diffusion across cell membranes and its role in regulating nutrient uptake and waste removal, as well as cellular respiration. The concluding section three focuses on the differences between stem cells and normal cells, the contrast between cancer cells and embryonic stem cells, and the significance of interphase. The report concludes with a summary of the key findings.