10 Questions
What is considered the basic unit of life?
Cells
Which statement is true about prokaryotic cells?
They lack organelles
What is the main difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?
Presence of a nucleus and organelles
What is the role of the plasma membrane in cells?
Separates activities occurring in neighboring cells
What is the function of DNA in cells?
Serving as the blueprint for cell structure and activities
What is the primary way cells reproduce?
Mitosis
What is a key reason why E. coli is useful for investigating fundamental aspects of biochemistry and molecular biology?
Its genetic simplicity
Why is Arabidopsis thaliana widely used as a model for studies of plant molecular biology and development?
Its small stature and short generation time
What type of vertebrate cells can be grown in culture for laboratory studies?
Specialized cell types like neurons and muscle cells
Which of the following is one of the basic tenets of the Cell Theory?
The cell is the basic unit of structure for all organisms
Test your knowledge on the basic concepts of cell biology with this quiz covering topics such as cell composition, structure, and function. Explore the fundamentals of living organisms and the building blocks of life.
Make Your Own Quizzes and Flashcards
Convert your notes into interactive study material.
Get started for free
