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Biology: Prokaryotes and Eukaryotes Chapter 1 Review

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Which of the following is a characteristic of eukaryotic cells?

Presence of membrane-bound organelles (correct)

Genetic information contained in a single circular chromosome

Absence of a well-defined nucleus

Smaller size compared to prokaryotic cells

What is the chief function of the nucleus in a eukaryotic cell?

Conductivity and movement

Metabolic absorption and excretion

Respiration and reproduction

Cell division and control of genetic information (correct)

Which cellular component represents about half of the volume of a eukaryotic cell?

Nucleus

Intracellular organelles

Cytoplasm (correct)

Plasma membrane

What differentiates cells through the process of differentiation or maturation?

Communication Signup and view all the answers

Which type of cells contain membrane-bound intracellular compartments and a well-defined nucleus?

Eukaryotic cells Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic feature of the genetic information in prokaryotic cells?

Contained in a single circular chromosome Signup and view all the answers

Which organelle is responsible for processing and packaging proteins into secretory vesicles?

Golgi complex Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of lysosomes in cellular injury?

Digestion of cellular substances Signup and view all the answers

Which organelle contains several enzymes that detoxify waste products using hydrogen peroxide?

Peroxisomes Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the plasma membrane in cellular metabolism?

Control of substance movement across the membrane Signup and view all the answers

Which structure serves as the 'bone and muscle' of the cell?

Cytoskeleton Signup and view all the answers

Where are the enzymes of the respiratory chain (electron-transport chain) found?

Inner membrane of mitochondria Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of ribosomes in the cell?

Protein synthesis Signup and view all the answers

What is the basic structure of the plasma membrane?

A lipid bilayer studded with various proteins containing carbohydrates Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of mitochondria in cellular energy metabolism?

Generation of most of the cell's ATP Signup and view all the answers