Cells Flashcards
What is the basic unit of life?
Cell
True or False: All living organisms are made up of cells.
True
Fill in the blank: The _______ is the control center of the cell.
nucleus
What structure surrounds the cell and regulates what enters and exits?
Cell membrane
Which organelle is responsible for energy production in the cell?
Mitochondria
What type of cell lacks a nucleus?
Prokaryotic cell
Multiple choice: Which of the following is a function of the endoplasmic reticulum? A) Energy production B) Protein synthesis C) Genetic material storage
B) Protein synthesis
What is the jelly-like substance inside the cell called?
Cytoplasm
True or False: Plant cells have chloroplasts.
True
Fill in the blank: Ribosomes are the site of ______ synthesis.
protein
What is the primary function of the Golgi apparatus?
Modification and packaging of proteins
Which component of the cell is responsible for the synthesis of lipids?
Smooth endoplasmic reticulum
Multiple choice: Which type of cell division results in two identical daughter cells? A) Meiosis B) Mitosis C) Binary fission
B) Mitosis
What is the semi-permeable barrier that surrounds the cell called?
Cell membrane
True or False: All cells contain DNA.
True
Fill in the blank: The _______ is responsible for maintaining the shape of plant cells.
cell wall
What type of cells are specialized for communication?
Nerve cells (neurons)
What is the function of lysosomes?
Digestion of waste materials and cellular debris
Multiple choice: Which part of the cell is involved in the production of ribosomes? A) Nucleus B) Mitochondria C) Golgi apparatus
A) Nucleus
What is the role of the cytoskeleton?
Provides structure and support to the cell
True or False: Eukaryotic cells are more complex than prokaryotic cells.
True
Fill in the blank: The _______ contains the genetic material of the cell.
nucleus
What organelle is known as the ‘powerhouse’ of the cell?
Mitochondria
Which cell structure is involved in the detoxification of harmful substances?
Smooth endoplasmic reticulum
