1. Understand the basic tenets of the cell theory.
2. Understand the implications of how the surface-to volume ratio constrains cell size.
3. Contrast the general features of prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells.
4. Be able to distinguish the organelles and structures typical of eukaryotic plant and animal cells.
5. Describe the nucleus of eukaryotes with respect to structure and function.
6. Describe the organelles associated with the endomembrane system, and tell the general function of each.
7. Contrast the structure and function of mitochondria and chloroplasts.
8. List several surface structures of cells and tell how they help cells survive.
9. Describe the cytoskeleton of eukaryotes and distinguish it from the endomembrane system.
10. Discuss the various mechanisms that enable a cell to move.