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B1 - Key Concepts in Biology Flashcards

1
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What are the two main types of cells?

A

Eukaryotic and Prokaryotic

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2
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True or False: Eukaryotic cells have a nucleus.

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True

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3
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Fill in the blank: Prokaryotic cells lack a _____.

A

nucleus

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4
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Which type of cell is typically larger, eukaryotic or prokaryotic?

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Eukaryotic

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5
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What organelles are found in eukaryotic cells?

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Nucleus, mitochondria, endoplasmic reticulum, Golgi apparatus, among others.

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6
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True or False: All eukaryotic cells are multicellular.

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False

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7
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Which type of cell is bacteria classified as?

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Prokaryotic

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8
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Fill in the blank: Eukaryotic cells can be found in _____ organisms.

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multicellular and unicellular

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9
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What is the main difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?

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Prokaryotic cells lack a membrane-bound nucleus and organelles, while eukaryotic cells have them.

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10
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Which type of cell has DNA organized in linear chromosomes?

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Eukaryotic

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11
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True or False: Prokaryotic cells reproduce by mitosis.

A

False

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12
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What process do prokaryotic cells primarily use for reproduction?

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Binary fission

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13
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In which type of cell would you find ribosomes?

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Both prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells

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14
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of prokaryotic cells? a) No nucleus b) Smaller size c) Membrane-bound organelles d) Unicellular

A

c) Membrane-bound organelles

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15
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What type of cell is yeast classified as?

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Eukaryotic

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16
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Fill in the blank: The _____ is the control center of eukaryotic cells.

A

nucleus

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17
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True or False: Eukaryotic cells can form complex tissues and organs.

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True

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18
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What is the primary function of mitochondria in eukaryotic cells?

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Energy production through cellular respiration.

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19
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What is the main structural feature of prokaryotic cells?

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A rigid cell wall.

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20
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a feature of eukaryotic cells? a) Circular DNA b) Lack of organelles c) Complex cytoskeleton d) Binary fission

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c) Complex cytoskeleton

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21
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Fill in the blank: The _____ is responsible for photosynthesis in plant eukaryotic cells.

A

chloroplast

22
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True or False: Prokaryotic cells can be found in extreme environments.

23
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What is the genetic material in prokaryotic cells called?

A

Nucleoid region

24
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Which structure protects the cell and gives it shape in prokaryotic cells?

25
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is an example of a eukaryotic organism? a) E. coli b) Amoeba c) Virus d) Archaea

26
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What type of cell division do eukaryotic cells undergo?

27
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True or False: Prokaryotic cells contain membrane-bound organelles.

28
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Fill in the blank: The _____ is the protective outer layer of eukaryotic cells.

A

cell membrane

29
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What is the primary function of the endoplasmic reticulum in eukaryotic cells?

A

Protein and lipid synthesis.

30
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a component of the cell theory? a) All living things are made of cells b) Cells are the basic unit of life c) All cells arise from pre-existing cells d) Cells can arise spontaneously

A

d) Cells can arise spontaneously

31
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What is the role of the Golgi apparatus in eukaryotic cells?

A

Modification, sorting, and packaging of proteins.

32
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Fill in the blank: Prokaryotic cells often have _____ to help them move.

33
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True or False: All eukaryotic cells have a cell wall.

34
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What type of cell is a plant cell classified as?

A

Eukaryotic

35
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a characteristic of eukaryotic cells? a) Unicellular only b) No nucleus c) Membrane-bound organelles d) Always small

A

c) Membrane-bound organelles

36
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What is the primary function of lysosomes in eukaryotic cells?

A

Digestion of waste materials and cellular debris.

37
Q

Fill in the blank: The _____ is responsible for maintaining the shape of plant cells.

38
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True or False: Eukaryotic cells can be both unicellular and multicellular.

39
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What is the function of the cytoskeleton in eukaryotic cells?

A

Provides structure and aids in cell movement.

40
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a type of prokaryotic cell? a) Fungi b) Bacteria c) Protists d) Plants

A

b) Bacteria

41
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Fill in the blank: The _____ is the site of protein synthesis in all cells.

42
Q

True or False: Eukaryotic cells can perform cellular respiration.

43
Q

What type of cell is an animal cell classified as?

A

Eukaryotic

44
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following structures is found in eukaryotic cells but not in prokaryotic cells? a) Ribosomes b) Nucleus c) Cell membrane d) Cytoplasm

A

b) Nucleus

45
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What is the primary role of chloroplasts in plant cells?

A

Photosynthesis.

46
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Fill in the blank: Prokaryotes are typically classified into two domains: _____ and Archaea.

47
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True or False: All prokaryotic cells have a flagellum.

48
Q

What type of genetic material do prokaryotic cells possess?

A

Circular DNA

49
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a feature of eukaryotic cells? a) No organelles b) Circular DNA c) Complex structure d) Smaller size

A

c) Complex structure

50
Q

Fill in the blank: The _____ is involved in the synthesis of lipids and steroids in eukaryotic cells.

A

smooth endoplasmic reticulum

51
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True or False: Prokaryotic cells can have plasmids.

52
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What is the primary function of the cell membrane?

A

Regulates the movement of substances in and out of the cell.

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