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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?

Cell differentiation Signup and view all the answers

Which organelle is responsible for cell respiration in eukaryotic cells?

Mitochondria Signup and view all the answers

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

Genetic differentiation Signup and view all the answers

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

Modifying, storing, and packaging proteins Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of cholesterol in the cell membrane?

Regulating fluidity and mechanical stability Signup and view all the answers

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

Protein synthesis and packaging Signup and view all the answers

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

Providing mechanical strength and support Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of proteins in the cell membrane?

Facilitating transport and cell adhesion Signup and view all the answers

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

Maintaining hydrostatic pressure and cell storage Signup and view all the answers

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

To release energy from nutrients Signup and view all the answers

Which characteristic is common to both unicellular and multicellular organisms?

Genetic material Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of an increase in cell volume?

A decrease in the surface area to volume ratio Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of excretion in an organism?

To eliminate waste products Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of multicellular organisms?

They often reproduce sexually Signup and view all the answers

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

They can exchange materials more efficiently Signup and view all the answers