Cells

Question 1

A membrane enclosed structure capable of performing all of the basic functions of life independently.

Answer 1

Cell

Question 2

Fundamental unit of structure and function of all organisms

Answer 2

Cell

Question 3

Three proponents of the Cell Theory

Answer 3

-Matthias Schleiden (German Botanist)
-Theodor Schwann (German Zoologist)
-Rudolf Virchow (German Pathologist)

Question 4

German Botanist

Answer 4

Matthias Schleiden

Question 5

German Zoologist

Answer 5

Theodor Schwann

Question 6

German Pathologist

Answer 6

Rudolf Virchow

Question 7

What are the basic structures found in all cells?

Answer 7

-Cell Membrane or Plasma Membrane
-Cytoplasm
-Deoxyribonucleic Acid or DNA

Question 8

Semipermeable membrane separating the cells from its external environment

Answer 8

Cell Membrane or Plasma Membrane

Question 9

Regulates substances that go in and out of the cell. What are its various factors?

Answer 9

Cell Membrane or Plasma Membrane

Factors:
-Size
-Lipids
-Solubility
-Interaction with specific receptors and chemicals

Question 10

It protects the cell, maintain its shape, cell transport, and intercellular transport

Answer 10

Cell Membrane or Plasma Membrane

Question 11

It contains a gel-like matrix consisting of mostly water and various soluble substances such as minerals

Answer 11

Cytoplasm

Question 12

The “Genetic Blueprint” of a cell organism containing its hereditary traits

Answer 12

Deoxyribonucleic Acid (DNA)