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What is the primary function of the cell membrane?
Which structure is responsible for energy production in the cell?
What is unique about the cell wall compared to other cell structures?
What role does the Golgi apparatus play in cellular function?
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Which statement accurately describes lysosomes?
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What is the primary purpose of the vinegar and blue dye in the egg activity?
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Which part of the egg is analogous to the cell nucleus?
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Which statement is NOT a postulate of the cell theory?
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What role does the cell membrane play in a cell's structure?
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Who is credited with coining the cell theory?
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What happens to a cell during cell division?
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What is the significance of the cell wall compared to the cell membrane?
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Which substance is primarily found in the cytoplasm of a cell?
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What is the primary role of the nucleolus within the nucleus?
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Which structure serves as the control center of the cell?
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What happens to the chromatin during cell division?
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Which component is primarily responsible for the movement of substances in and out of the cell?
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Which organelle is known for its role in energy production?
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What is the function of the Golgi body within the cell?
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Which structure is characterized as the recycling center of the cell?
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What fills the nucleus and serves as the medium for the nuclear components?
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What is the primary role of chloroplasts in plant cells?
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Which of the following statements about leucoplasts is true?
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Which type of cell in the human body does not contain a nucleus?
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What differentiates sperm cells from ovum cells?
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Which statement correctly describes the function of WBCs in the human body?
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What is a defining characteristic of muscle cells?
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Which organelles are classified as exclusive to plant cells?
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What role do chromoplasts play in plants?
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What is a function of chloroplasts in plant cells?
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Which statement accurately describes the cell wall found in plant cells?
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Which type of cell in humans is specifically designed for rapid movement?
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What characteristic distinguishes prokaryotic cells from eukaryotic cells?
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What is a major difference between plant and animal cells?
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Which type of plastid is responsible for the color in various plants?
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What is the primary role of red blood cells in the human body?
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Which organelle is absent in animal cells but present in plant cells?
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Which cell type is characterized by its ability to change shape to engulf foreign particles?
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What is the function of the vacuole in plant cells?
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Which of the following correctly describes the order of biological organization from smallest to largest?
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What significant contribution did Robert Hooke make to biology?
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What did Theodor Schwann and Matthias Schleiden discover while discussing over coffee?
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Who was the first to observe live cells, and in which year did this occur?
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Which of the following statements best describes an organ?
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Which cellular component is considered the basic functional unit of all living organisms?
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What is known to be the largest single cell in existence?
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In what year was the term 'cell theory' formulated?
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Study Notes
Organisation of Living Beings
- The human body functions like a machine, with organs working in harmony.
- Life's organization begins at the atomic level, progressing to molecules, cells, tissues, organs, and organ systems.
Steps of Organization
- Atom: Basic functional unit of living organisms.
- Molecule: Formed from atoms; structural and functional units.
- Cell: Basic unit where similar cells form tissues.
- Tissue: Groups of similar cells that form an organ.
- Organ: Collection of tissues working together.
- Organ System: A group of organs functioning collectively to create an organism.
The Cell Theory
- Introduced after advancements in microscopy.
- Robert Hooke first identified cells in 1665 from cork.
- Anton van Leeuwenhoek observed living cells in 1674.
- Theodor Schwann and Matthias Schleiden formulated the cell theory in 1838.
Cell Theory Postulates
- All living things consist of one or more cells.
- The cell is the smallest unit of structural organization.
- All cells arise from pre-existing cells via division.
Structure of a Cell
- Cell Membrane: Semi-permeable boundary controlling substance movement.
- Cell Wall: Present only in plant cells, made of cellulose, providing shape.
- Golgi Apparatus: Packaging and movement of cellular materials.
- Mitochondria: Powerhouse, site for energy production through respiration.
- Vacuole: Storage for excess water or food.
- Lysosome: Digests materials; can break down the entire cell.
The Nucleus
- Often termed the brain of the cell, dictates cell characteristics.
- Surrounded by a nuclear membrane, filled with nucleoplasm.
- Contains chromatin which forms chromosomes during division; genes reside here.
Cell Diversity
- Cells vary in shape, size, and functions based on organism type.
- Unicellular organisms: Examples include Amoeba, Euglena, and Paramecium.
- Bacteria: Typically unicellular and lack a defined nucleus, termed prokaryotic.
- Eukaryotic cells: Include both plant and animal cells, characterized by a defined nucleus.
Plant vs. Animal Cell Differences
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Plant Cells:
- Contain a cell wall, large central vacuole, and plastids (chloroplasts, chromoplasts, leucoplasts).
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Animal Cells:
- Lacks cell wall, has smaller vacuoles, and contains centrioles.
Plastids in Plant Cells
- Chloroplasts: Contain chlorophyll for photosynthesis, termed the cell's food factory.
- Chromoplasts: Provide color to flowers and fruits.
- Leucoplasts: Colorless, function in food storage.
Specialized Human Cells
- RBCs: No nucleus to maximize hemoglobin for oxygen transport.
- Nerve Cells: Long projections (dendrites) for signal transmission.
- Sperm Cells: Motile with a tail for reaching the egg.
- Ovum: Large, static female reproductive cell.
- WBCs: Capable of changing shape to ingest pathogens.
- Muscle Cells: Elongated with multiple nuclei, enabling contraction and movement.
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Explore the intricate systems that organize living beings, comparing them to machines. Understand how different organs work in harmony, akin to a well-oiled machine. This quiz delves into the fundamental unit of life and its essential components.