Quiz 1 Organelle Functions

Question 1

Nucleus (function)

Answer 1

Directs cell activity. HOLDS DNA!!!

Question 2

Intermediate filaments (function)

Answer 2

Provides strength and support

Question 3

Lysosomes (function)

Answer 3

Breakdown of intercellular debris

Question 4

Nucleolus (function)

Answer 4

Synthesis rRNA and assembles ribosomes in the nucleus

Question 5

Centrioles/Centrosome (function)

Answer 5

Organize microtubules that attach to chromosomes during mitosis

Question 6

Rough ER (function)

Answer 6

A vessel for the ribosomes to attach to, and absorbs the protein from the ribosomes

Question 7

Microtubules (function)

Answer 7

Moves chromosomes and organism (cilia/flagella)

Question 8

Smooth ER (function)

Answer 8

Site of lipid synthesis and detoxification of drugs and alcohol

Question 9

Peroxisomes(function)

Answer 9

Enzymes on outside help with breaking down free radicals

Question 10

Mitochondria (function)

Answer 10

Energy production

Question 11

Microfilaments (function)

Answer 11

Helps cell move

Question 12

Cytoskeleton (function)

Answer 12

Provides the structural support for the cell

Question 13

Golgi Apparatus (function)

Answer 13

Receives protein from rough ER that modifies, packages,sorts, and delivers to other organelles/ plasma membrane.

Question 14

Ribosomes (function)

Answer 14

Translates mRNA into protein