Cell structure Flashcards
What is the basic unit of life?
The cell.
True or False: All living organisms are made up of cells.
True.
Fill in the blank: The __________ is a jelly-like substance within the cell.
cytoplasm.
What structure controls the movement of substances in and out of the cell?
The cell membrane.
Which organelle is responsible for energy production?
Mitochondria.
What is the function of ribosomes?
Protein synthesis.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a part of a cell? A) Nucleus B) Cytoplasm C) Chlorophyll D) Mitochondria
C) Chlorophyll.
What is the role of the nucleus?
To store genetic material and control cell activities.
True or False: Plant cells have a rigid cell wall.
True.
Fill in the blank: The __________ is responsible for photosynthesis in plant cells.
chloroplast.
What is the function of the endoplasmic reticulum?
To transport materials within the cell.
Multiple Choice: Which organelle is known as the ‘powerhouse of the cell’? A) Ribosome B) Mitochondria C) Golgi apparatus D) Nucleus
B) Mitochondria.
What is the difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?
Prokaryotic cells do not have a nucleus, while eukaryotic cells do.
True or False: The Golgi apparatus is involved in packaging and transporting proteins.
True.
Fill in the blank: The __________ contains the cell’s genetic material.
nucleus.
What is the primary function of lysosomes?
To digest waste materials and cellular debris.
Multiple Choice: Which structure is only found in plant cells? A) Cell membrane B) Cell wall C) Nucleus D) Ribosome
B) Cell wall.
What are the two main types of cells?
Prokaryotic and eukaryotic.
True or False: The cytoplasm is found outside of the nucleus.
True.
Fill in the blank: __________ are responsible for producing ATP.
Mitochondria.
What is the role of the cell membrane?
To protect the cell and regulate what enters and exits.
Multiple Choice: Which organelle modifies and sorts proteins? A) Ribosome B) Golgi apparatus C) Nucleus D) Endoplasmic reticulum
B) Golgi apparatus.
What structure provides support and shape to plant cells?
Cell wall.
True or False: Chloroplasts are involved in cellular respiration.
False.
