biologie Flashcards
What is the basic unit of life in all living organisms?
The cell.
True or False: All cells contain DNA.
True.
Fill in the blank: The __________ is the control center of the cell.
nucleus.
What organelle is responsible for energy production in the cell?
Mitochondria.
Which molecule is the primary energy currency of the cell?
ATP (adenosine triphosphate).
What is the function of ribosomes in a cell?
Protein synthesis.
True or False: Prokaryotic cells have a nucleus.
False.
What is the semi-permeable membrane surrounding the cell called?
Cell membrane.
Which process involves the movement of water across a cell membrane?
Osmosis.
What term describes the chemical processes that occur within a living organism?
Metabolism.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is not a macromolecule? A) Carbohydrates B) Proteins C) Water D) Nucleic Acids
C) Water.
What are enzymes?
Biological catalysts that speed up chemical reactions.
Fill in the blank: The __________ theory states that all living things are made up of cells.
cell.
What is the main component of the cell wall in plants?
Cellulose.
True or False: Lipids are hydrophilic molecules.
False.
What is the role of chloroplasts in plant cells?
Photosynthesis.
What type of bond is formed between amino acids in proteins?
Peptide bond.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a type of passive transport? A) Active transport B) Endocytosis C) Diffusion D) Exocytosis
C) Diffusion.
What is the primary function of the smooth endoplasmic reticulum?
Lipid synthesis.
What is the term for the genetic material that carries information for cell function?
DNA.
Fill in the blank: __________ are the building blocks of proteins.
Amino acids.
True or False: All cells can undergo mitosis.
False.
What is the function of lysosomes in a cell?
Digestion and waste removal.
What type of cell division results in two identical daughter cells?
Mitosis.