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Which of the following best describes a eukaryote?
Which of the following best describes a eukaryote?
- An organism larger than prokaryotes with a defined nucleus (correct)
- An organism that lacks a plasma membrane
- An organism that primarily reproduces asexually
- An organism without membrane-bound organelles
What is the primary role of ribosomes in a cell?
What is the primary role of ribosomes in a cell?
- To synthesize lipids and hormones
- To transport proteins across the membrane
- To produce proteins by translating mRNA (correct)
- To degrade waste materials within the cell
Which process describes the movement of water across a selectively permeable membrane?
Which process describes the movement of water across a selectively permeable membrane?
- Active transport
- Diffusion
- Osmosis (correct)
- Facilitated diffusion
Which organelle is primarily responsible for energy production in the cell?
Which organelle is primarily responsible for energy production in the cell?
What term describes the process by which a cell engulfs material from its environment?
What term describes the process by which a cell engulfs material from its environment?
What is the main purpose of the light-independent reaction in photosynthesis?
What is the main purpose of the light-independent reaction in photosynthesis?
Which phase of the cell cycle directly follows the G1 phase?
Which phase of the cell cycle directly follows the G1 phase?
What is the primary role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?
What is the primary role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?
What is the outcome of the citric acid cycle (Krebs cycle)?
What is the outcome of the citric acid cycle (Krebs cycle)?
Which process describes the division of a diploid cell into haploid cells?
Which process describes the division of a diploid cell into haploid cells?
Which of the following accurately describes an aerobic process?
Which of the following accurately describes an aerobic process?
What occurs during the prophase of mitosis?
What occurs during the prophase of mitosis?
Which term refers to the exchange of genetic material between homologous chromosomes during meiosis?
Which term refers to the exchange of genetic material between homologous chromosomes during meiosis?
