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Cell Biology Basics

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What is the primary function of the cell wall in plant cells?

Storing energy for the cell

Regulating the movement of ions into the cell

Providing shape and support to the cell (correct)

Facilitating photosynthesis in chloroplasts

Which organelle is responsible for respiration and energy release in cells?

Chloroplast

Ribosome

Vacuole

Mitochondrion (correct)

Which statement correctly describes vacuoles in mature plant cells?

They are small and temporary structures

They are large and filled with cell sap (correct)

They are absent in mature cells

They contain solid nutrients only

What is a significant difference between animal and plant cells regarding their cell walls?

Plant cells have nonliving cell walls while animal cells do not have cell walls Signup and view all the answers

Which organelle is primarily associated with the process of photosynthesis?

Chloroplast Signup and view all the answers

What is found in the cytoplasm of a cell?

Organelles and food reserves Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of having more mitochondria in active cells?

To increase the rate of respiration and energy production Signup and view all the answers

How do vacuoles in animal cells compare to those in plant cells?

Animal cell vacuoles are generally small and not permanent Signup and view all the answers

Which statement about the cytoplasm is true?

It is where all cellular activities take place. Signup and view all the answers

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Cell Membrane

Forms a boundary between the cell's interior and its environment.
Regulates movement of substances in and out of the cell.

Cytoplasm

Site of all cellular activities.
Contains organelles like mitochondria and ribosomes, as well as food reserves (glycogen, starch, oil droplets).
Appears granular in structure.

Mitochondrion

Organelle where respiration occurs, providing energy for cellular functions.
Active cells, such as liver cells, have numerous mitochondria.
Structure is typically not clearly visible under light microscopy.

Cell Wall

Nonliving layer external to the cell membrane in plant cells.
Permits free passage of liquids and dissolved substances.
Provides shape and structural support to plant cells.
Absent in animal cells.

Vacuole

Mature plant cells contain a large central vacuole filled with cell sap (dilute solution of salts and sugars).
May also contain pigments.
Animal cells may have small, temporary vacuoles.

Chloroplast

Organelle that contains the green pigment chlorophyll found in plant cells.
Abundant in palisade cells of leaves, where photosynthesis takes place.
Not present in animal cells.

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This quiz covers essential concepts in cell biology, including the cell membrane, cytoplasm, and mitochondria. Test your understanding of their functions and roles within the cell. Aimed at providing a foundational knowledge of cellular structures.