Cell Structure/ Functions

Question 1

Nucleus

Answer 1

Structure that contains DNA

Question 2

Mitochondrion

Answer 2

Organelle that produces energy used by the cell.
(Powerhouse of the cell)

Question 3

Rough E.R

Answer 3

Structure covered with ribosomes that functions in protein synthesis

Question 4

Smooth E.R

Answer 4

Functions in lipid production and detoxification

Question 5

Golgi apparatus

Answer 5

Modifies, packages, and ships newly made macromolecules (proteins)

Question 6

Centriole

Answer 6

Attaches to chromosomes and separates during division.
Makes up a complex called centrosome

Question 7

Cell membrane

Answer 7

Boundary of a cell that regulates passage of substances into and out of the cell

Question 8

Cytoplasm

Answer 8

Space filled with fluid between the cell membrane and nucleus

Question 9

Lysosome

Answer 9

Structure that contains hydrolytic enzymes for digestion.

Question 10

Micorvilli

Answer 10

Highly folded extensions of the cell membrane to increase surface area for absorption

Question 11

Stages of cell cycle

Answer 11

1. Interphase: G1,S-phase, G2
2. Mitosis:
3. Prophase: nuclear envelope dissolves, forms chromosomes
4. Metaphase: chromosomes line up at the center
5. Anaphase: chromosomes are pulled away
6. Telophase: reform nuclear envelope, chromosomes recondense
7. Cytokinesis: separate cytoplas