Biology Chapter 5 Quiz
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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?

  • 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?

  • Active transport
  • Diffusion
  • Osmosis (correct)
  • Facilitated diffusion
  • Which organelle is primarily responsible for energy production in the cell?

    <p>Mitochondrion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What term describes the process by which a cell engulfs material from its environment?

    <p>Endocytosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of the light-independent reaction in photosynthesis?

    <p>To convert carbon dioxide into glucose</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which phase of the cell cycle directly follows the G1 phase?

    <p>S phase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

    <p>To capture light energy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the outcome of the citric acid cycle (Krebs cycle)?

    <p>Production of ATP, NADH, and FADH2</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which process describes the division of a diploid cell into haploid cells?

    <p>Meiosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following accurately describes an aerobic process?

    <p>Requires oxygen for energy production</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What occurs during the prophase of mitosis?

    <p>Nuclear envelope begins to disappear</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term refers to the exchange of genetic material between homologous chromosomes during meiosis?

    <p>Crossing over</p> Signup and view all the answers

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