Key Concepts in Biology (1.2 Cell Structure) Flashcards
1
Q
What are the smallest units of life that can replicate independently
A
Cells
2
Q
Why do cells in Multicellular organism’s divide?
A
To grow and replace dead cells
3
Q
What are the organelles which are found in both animal and plant cells?
A
1) Cell Membrane
2) Nucleus
3) Cytoplasm
4) Ribosomes
5) Mitochondria
4
Q
Name some organelles that are found in plant cells only.
A
1) Cell Wall
2) Vacuole
3) Chloroplasts
5
Q
What is the job of the Mitochondria?
A
It provides the cell with energy by aerobic respiration
6
Q
What are the organelles found in a bacteria?
A
1) Circular Chromosome
2) Ribosomes
3) Cell Wall
4) Cell Membrane
5) Plasmids
6) Flagella
7
Q
What is the green pigment found inside chloroplasts called?
A
Chlorophyll
8
Q
Why do cells in Unicellular organism’s divide?
A
To asexually reproduce offspring
