11 Questions
What is the primary function of the large central vacuole in plant cells?
To maintain turgor pressure and support the cell structure
Which of the following is a key difference between plant and animal cells?
Plant cells have a rigid cell wall, while animal cells do not
What is the primary function of plasmodesmata in plant cells?
To allow communication between neighboring plant cells
Which of the following is a type of specialized animal cell?
Nerve cell
What is the primary function of glycogen in animal cells?
To serve as a short-term energy reserve
What is the main function of the cell membrane?
To control the movement of substances into and out of the cell
Which of the following is not a type of cell?
Mitotic
What is the primary function of the Golgi apparatus?
To modify and package proteins and lipids
Which organelle is involved in protein synthesis?
Ribosomes
What is the main function of the nucleus?
To contain the genetic material and control the cell's activities
Which organelle is responsible for energy production in the cell?
Mitochondria
Test your knowledge on the basic structures and functions of cells, focusing on cell membrane, nucleus, cytoplasm, and organelles like mitochondria and Golgi apparatus. Learn about the differences between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells, and how cells perform metabolism, growth, and reproduction through cell division.
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