Cells and Organelles Flashcards
What is the basic unit of life?
Cell
True or False: All cells have a nucleus.
False
What organelle is known as the powerhouse of the cell?
Mitochondria
Fill in the blank: The ________ is responsible for protein synthesis.
Ribosome
Which organelle is involved in the modification and packaging of proteins?
Golgi apparatus
What is the function of the cell membrane?
It regulates what enters and leaves the cell.
Which type of cell does not have a nucleus
Prokaryotic cell
True or False: Plant cells have chloroplasts.
True
What structure provides support and shape to plant cells?
Cell wall
What is the jelly-like substance inside the cell called?
Cytoplasm
What is the primary function of the endoplasmic reticulum?
Synthesis of proteins and lipids.
Fill in the blank: The ________ is the control center of the cell.
Nucleus
Which organelle is responsible for photosynthesis?
Chloroplast
What is the main difference between eukaryotic and prokaryotic cells?
Eukaryotic cells have a nucleus; prokaryotic cells do not.
Which organelle is involved in lipid synthesis and detoxification?
Smooth endoplasmic reticulum
What is the function of vacuoles in plant cells?
Stores waste and water in the cell.
Fill in the blank: The ________ is a membrane surrounding the nucleus.
Nuclear Membrane
What structure selectively permeates substances into and out of the cell?
Cell membrane
True or False: All organelles are found in both plant and animal cells.
False
Which organelle is known for its role in cellular respiration?
Mitochondria
