Cell Parts and Uses

Question 1

Nucleus

Answer 1

Contains DNA and is used to control the cell’s activity.

Question 2

Cytoplasm

Answer 2

A liquid gel where the organelles are suspended and where chemical reactions take place.

Question 3

Cell Membrane

Answer 3

Used to control the movement of substances. Glucose and minerals in, and urea and hormones out.

Question 4

Mitochondria

Answer 4

Where energy is transferred during aerobic respiration.

Question 5

Ribosomes

Answer 5

Where protein synthesis takes place.

Question 6

Chloroplasts (P)

Answer 6

Contain chlorophyll, used for photosynthesis. They absorb light.

Question 7

Cell Wall of Cellulose (P)

Answer 7

To provide support for the plant.

Question 8

Permanent Vacuole (P)

Answer 8

Contains cell sap, which keeps the cell rigid and helps support the plant

Question 9

DNA in bacteria cells (prokaryotic)

Answer 9

Genetic material found as a long circle of DNA, suspended in the cytoplasm.

Question 10

Plasmids (B)

Answer 10

Small circular rings of DNA.

Question 11

Slime capsule (B)

Answer 11

Acts as a layer of protection for the cell.

Question 12

Flagella (B)

Answer 12

Used for movement of some bacteria cells.