Cytoplasm And Cell Organelles Flashcards

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What is the gel-like substance within the cell called?

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Cytoplasm

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True or False: The cytoplasm is found only in prokaryotic cells.

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False

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3
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Fill in the blank: The cytoplasm is composed mainly of ______.

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water

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4
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What are the organelles that perform specific functions within the cytoplasm?

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Cell organelles

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5
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Which organelle is known as the powerhouse of the cell?

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Mitochondria

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6
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What is the main function of ribosomes?

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Protein synthesis

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True or False: The endoplasmic reticulum is involved in lipid and protein synthesis.

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True

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Multiple Choice: Which organelle is responsible for modifying, sorting, and packaging proteins?

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Golgi apparatus

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Short Answer: What is the function of lysosomes?

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Digestion of waste materials and cellular debris

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Fill in the blank: The _______ is a network of protein filaments that helps maintain cell shape.

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cytoskeleton

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11
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What structure is involved in the synthesis of ATP?

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Mitochondria

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12
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True or False: Chloroplasts are found in animal cells.

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False

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13
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Multiple Choice: Which organelle is responsible for photosynthesis?

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Chloroplast

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14
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What is the function of the smooth endoplasmic reticulum?

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Lipid synthesis and detoxification

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15
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Fill in the blank: The _______ serves as a selective barrier, regulating what enters and leaves the cell.

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plasma membrane

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16
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Short Answer: What role do peroxisomes play in the cell?

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Breakdown of fatty acids and detoxification of harmful substances

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17
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What is the jelly-like substance that fills the space between organelles called?

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Cytosol

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18
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True or False: The nucleolus is located within the nucleus and is involved in ribosome production.

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True

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19
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Multiple Choice: Which organelle is often referred to as the ‘cell’s command center’?

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Nucleus

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20
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What is the primary function of the vacuole in plant cells?

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Storage of nutrients and waste products

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21
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Fill in the blank: _______ are the sites of protein synthesis.

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Ribosomes

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22
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Short Answer: Describe the function of the cytoskeleton.

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Provides structural support and aids in cell movement

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23
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True or False: Centrioles are involved in cell division.

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True

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Multiple Choice: What is the function of the Golgi apparatus?

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Modification and packaging of proteins

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What organelle contains enzymes for digestion?
Lysosome
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Fill in the blank: The _______ is a double-membrane organelle that contains DNA.
nucleus
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Short Answer: What is the role of the rough endoplasmic reticulum?
Synthesis of proteins destined for secretion or for use in membranes
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True or False: All cells have the same number of organelles.
False
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Multiple Choice: Which organelle is responsible for detoxifying harmful substances?
Smooth endoplasmic reticulum
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What is the primary component of the plasma membrane?
Phospholipids
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Fill in the blank: _______ are small, membrane-bound sacs that transport materials within the cell.
Vesicles
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Short Answer: What is the function of chloroplasts?
To conduct photosynthesis
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True or False: Prokaryotic cells lack a nucleus.
True
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Multiple Choice: Which organelle is involved in the modification of lipids?
Golgi apparatus
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What is the cytoplasm's role in cellular processes?
It provides a medium for biochemical reactions.
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Fill in the blank: The _______ helps maintain the shape of the cell and anchors organelles.
cytoskeleton
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Short Answer: How do lysosomes contribute to cellular homeostasis?
By breaking down waste and recycling cellular components
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True or False: The cytoplasm is involved in cell signaling.
True
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Multiple Choice: Which structure is not considered an organelle?
Cytoplasm
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What is the primary function of the mitochondria?
Energy production through cellular respiration
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Fill in the blank: _______ are responsible for the synthesis of ATP.
Mitochondria
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Short Answer: What is the function of the nucleolus?
To produce ribosomal RNA
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True or False: Vacuoles are larger in animal cells than in plant cells.
False
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Multiple Choice: Which organelle is involved in the synthesis of proteins for export?
Rough endoplasmic reticulum
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What is the function of the plasma membrane?
To protect the cell and regulate the movement of substances in and out
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Fill in the blank: The _______ contains the cell's genetic material.
nucleus
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Short Answer: Describe the role of the cytoplasm in cellular metabolism.
It facilitates the biochemical reactions necessary for metabolism.
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True or False: Ribosomes can be found floating freely in the cytoplasm.
True
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Multiple Choice: Which organelle is responsible for the storage of materials?
Vacuole
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What is the role of the cytoskeleton in cell movement?
It provides tracks for the movement of organelles and aids in cell motility.
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Fill in the blank: The _______ is involved in the synthesis of lipids and steroids.
smooth endoplasmic reticulum
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Short Answer: How do chloroplasts contribute to energy production?
By converting sunlight into chemical energy through photosynthesis.
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True or False: The endoplasmic reticulum is a single membrane-bound organelle.
False
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Multiple Choice: What is the primary function of peroxisomes?
To break down fatty acids and detoxify hydrogen peroxide
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What structure helps in the movement of substances within the cytoplasm?
Cytoskeleton
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Fill in the blank: The _______ is involved in the production of secretory vesicles.
Golgi apparatus
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Short Answer: What is the purpose of the rough endoplasmic reticulum?
To synthesize proteins that are either secreted or incorporated into membranes.
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True or False: All organelles have a membrane.
False
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Multiple Choice: Which organelle is responsible for the degradation of cellular waste?
Lysosome
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What is the main role of the nucleus in a cell?
To store and protect the cell's genetic information.
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Fill in the blank: _______ are the sites of cellular respiration.
Mitochondria
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Short Answer: Describe the function of the cell membrane.
It regulates the entry and exit of substances in and out of the cell.
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True or False: The cytoplasm includes the nucleus.
False
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Multiple Choice: Which organelle is known for its role in detoxifying drugs and poisons?
Smooth endoplasmic reticulum
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What is the function of the Golgi apparatus in relation to proteins?
It modifies, sorts, and packages proteins for secretion.
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Fill in the blank: The _______ is a network of protein fibers that helps maintain cell shape.
cytoskeleton
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Short Answer: What is the main role of ribosomes?
To synthesize proteins.
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True or False: Cytoplasm is the same as cytosol.
False
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Multiple Choice: What is the primary function of vacuoles in plant cells?
Storage of water and nutrients
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