cells

Question 1

What is the basic definition of a cell?

Answer 1

A cell is the smallest unit of life that can function independently and perform all necessary functions of life.

Question 2

True or False: All living organisms are made up of cells.

Answer 2

True

Question 3

What are the two main types of cells?

Answer 3

Eukaryotic cells and prokaryotic cells.

Question 4

Fill in the blank: Eukaryotic cells have a __________, while prokaryotic cells do not.

Answer 4

nucleus

Question 5

Which type of cell is generally larger, eukaryotic or prokaryotic?

Answer 5

Eukaryotic cells.

Question 6

What is one key function of cells?

Answer 6

Cells perform metabolic processes necessary for life.

Question 7

True or False: Prokaryotic cells have membrane-bound organelles.

Answer 7

False

Question 8

What is the primary genetic material in both eukaryotic and prokaryotic cells?

Answer 8

DNA

Question 9

Fill in the blank: Prokaryotic cells are typically __________ than eukaryotic cells.

Answer 9

smaller

Question 10

What organelle is responsible for energy production in eukaryotic cells?

Answer 10

Mitochondria

Question 11

Name one example of a prokaryotic organism.

Answer 11

Bacteria

Question 12

What structure protects and gives shape to prokaryotic cells?

Answer 12

Cell wall

Question 13

True or False: Eukaryotic cells can be unicellular or multicellular.

Answer 13

True

Question 14

What is the function of ribosomes in cells?

Answer 14

Ribosomes synthesize proteins.

Question 15

Fill in the blank: The __________ is a gel-like substance where cellular processes occur.

Answer 15

cytoplasm

Question 16

What type of cell division occurs in eukaryotic cells?

Answer 16

Mitosis

Question 17

What is one function of the cell membrane?

Answer 17

The cell membrane regulates what enters and exits the cell.

Question 18

Which type of cell contains chloroplasts?

Answer 18

Eukaryotic cells (specifically plant cells).

Question 19

True or False: Prokaryotic cells reproduce through binary fission.

Answer 19

True

Question 20

Name a characteristic feature of eukaryotic cells.

Answer 20

Presence of membrane-bound organelles.

Question 21

What is the role of the nucleus in eukaryotic cells?

Answer 21

The nucleus houses the cell’s genetic material (DNA).

Question 22

Fill in the blank: Eukaryotic cells can be found in __________, animals, and fungi.

Answer 22

plants

Question 23

What is the difference in size between eukaryotic and prokaryotic cells generally?

Answer 23

Eukaryotic cells are typically 10-100 micrometers, while prokaryotic cells are generally 0.1-5 micrometers.

Question 24

True or False: All prokaryotic cells have a nucleus.

Answer 24

False

Question 25

What is a common method used to visualize cells?

Answer 25

Microscopy

Question 26

Fill in the blank: The __________ is the outer boundary of the cell.

Answer 26

cell membrane

Question 27

What type of cells are fungi made of?

Answer 27

Eukaryotic cells.

Question 28

What is the primary role of the endoplasmic reticulum in eukaryotic cells?

Answer 28

The endoplasmic reticulum is involved in protein and lipid synthesis.

Question 29

Which type of cell can have a flagellum?

Answer 29

Both prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells.

Question 30

What is the function of lysosomes in eukaryotic cells?

Answer 30

Lysosomes contain enzymes that break down waste materials and cellular debris.

Question 31

Fill in the blank: Prokaryotic cells have __________ DNA, while eukaryotic cells have linear DNA.

Answer 31

circular

Question 32

True or False: All eukaryotic cells have chloroplasts.

Answer 32

False

Question 33

What is the function of the Golgi apparatus?

Answer 33

The Golgi apparatus modifies, sorts, and packages proteins and lipids.

Question 34

What type of cellular respiration occurs in mitochondria?

Answer 34

Aerobic respiration.

Question 35

Fill in the blank: The __________ is a structure found in plant cells that contains chlorophyll.

Answer 35

chloroplast

Question 36

What is the role of the cytoskeleton in eukaryotic cells?

Answer 36

The cytoskeleton provides structural support and helps with cell movement.