Biology Concepts: Emergent Properties, Cell Differentiation, and Genetic Differentiation
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What is the term for the unique characteristics that arise from the interaction of individual components in a complex system?

  • Emergent properties (correct)
  • Ultrastructure
  • Cell differentiation
  • Genetic differentiation

    • Which organelle is responsible for storing DNA in eukaryotic animal cells?

  • Mitochondria
  • Centrioles
  • Nucleus (correct)
  • Nucleolus

    • What is the primary function of centrioles in eukaryotic cells?

  • Cell respiration
  • Protein synthesis
  • Storing genetic material
  • Forming and organizing spindle microtubules in cell division (correct)

    • What is the term for the process by which cells develop different structures and functions to perform specific roles?

    <p>Cell differentiation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organelle is responsible for cell respiration in eukaryotic cells?

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

    What is the term for the expression of certain genes that results in specific hereditary characteristics?

    <p>Genetic differentiation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the Golgi Apparatus in a eukaryotic cell?

    <p>Modifying, storing, and packaging proteins</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of cholesterol in the cell membrane?

    <p>Regulating fluidity and mechanical stability</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the Rough Endoplasmic Reticulum (RER) in a eukaryotic cell?

    <p>Protein synthesis and packaging</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the cell wall in a eukaryotic plant cell?

    <p>Providing mechanical strength and support</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of proteins in the cell membrane?

    <p>Facilitating transport and cell adhesion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the vacuole in a eukaryotic plant cell?

    <p>Maintaining hydrostatic pressure and cell storage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of cellular respiration in an organism?

    <p>To release energy from nutrients</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which characteristic is common to both unicellular and multicellular organisms?

    <p>Genetic material</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of an increase in cell volume?

    <p>A decrease in the surface area to volume ratio</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of excretion in an organism?

    <p>To eliminate waste products</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of multicellular organisms?

    <p>They often reproduce sexually</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of a high surface area to volume ratio in small organisms?

    <p>They can exchange materials more efficiently</p> Signup and view all the answers

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