Biology Cell Theory and Structure Quiz

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Who invented the microscope that allowed for the discovery of cells?

Robert Hooke
Matthias Schleiden
Theodor Schwann (correct)
Anthony Leeuwenhoek (correct)

What is NOT one of the four common components shared by all cells?

Plasma membrane
Cytoplasm
Cell wall (correct)
Ribosomes

Which statement is true regarding prokaryotic cells?

They have a nucleus.
They are classified under the domains Bacteria and Archaea. (correct)
They are complex multicellular organisms.
They contain membrane-bound organelles.

The unified cell theory proposes that new cells arise from what?

Existing cells (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of ribosomes in a cell?

To synthesize proteins (D) Signup and view all the answers

What should a well-constructed stem present?

A clear and definite problem (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a proper characteristic of option choices?

Clarity and conciseness (A) Signup and view all the answers

What must be avoided in the options provided for a question?

Using 'all of the above' options (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect should not be included in the stem of a question?

Irrelevant material (B) Signup and view all the answers

What kind of content should be used in distractors to avoid misconceptions?

Distractors that represent common misconceptions (C) Signup and view all the answers

Cell

The basic structural and functional unit of all living organisms.

Cell Theory

The scientific theory that all living things are composed of cells, that the cell is the fundamental unit of life, and that all cells come from pre-existing cells.