Cell Biology Basics
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What is the main function of the cell wall?

  • To move and respond to stimuli
  • To maintain balance inside the cell
  • To provide strength and support (correct)
  • To intake nutrients

Which type of cell lacks a nucleus and has DNA floating in the cytoplasm?

  • Eukaryotic
  • Prokaryotic (correct)
  • Plant cells
  • Animal cells

What is the main function of the cell membrane?

  • To act as a protective barrier (correct)
  • To exchange gases
  • To provide strength and support
  • To intake nutrients

Which model describes the structure of the cell membrane as having a fluid-like nature with proteins floating within it?

<p>Fluid Mosaic Model (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of cells have a nucleus containing DNA packaged as chromosomes?

<p>Eukaryotic (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What provides strength and support to plant, bacteria, and protist cells?

<p>Cell Wall (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the basic units of life that carry on all life processes within organelles?

<p>Eukaryotic cells (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of cells lack a nucleus and have DNA floating in the cytoplasm?

<p>Prokaryotic cells (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of the cell wall in plants, bacteria, and protists?

<p>Strength and support (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which model describes the structure of the cell membrane as having a fluid-like nature with proteins floating within it?

<p>Fluid Mosaic Model (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What provides strength and support to plant, bacteria, and protist cells?

<p>Cell wall (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which structure maintains balance inside the cell by allowing some substances in and keeping others out?

<p>Cell membrane (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which type of cells is DNA found in the nucleus packaged as chromosomes?

<p>Eukaryotic cells (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of cells have a protective barrier that is semi-permeable and maintains equilibrium inside the cell?

<p>Cell membrane (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the main structures found in cells that provide strength and support to various organisms?

<p>Cell Wall (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about cell membrane proteins is NOT true?

<p>They are exclusively involved in waste removal (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In a eukaryotic cell, where is the DNA located?

<p>In the nucleus packaged as chromosomes (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which structure is not present in prokaryotic cells?

<p>Mitochondria (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of the cell wall in cells?

<p>Protection and support (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of cells can exchange matter and energy with the surroundings?

<p>Both prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which organelle is responsible for converting the chemical energy in glucose into ATP?

<p>Mitochondria (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of lysosomes within a cell?

<p>Digestion of bacteria or damaged proteins (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of smooth endoplasmic reticulum (ER) within a cell?

<p>Fat/oil and steroid production (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between plant and animal cells?

<p>Presence of centrioles (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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