Cell Biology Fundamentals Quiz

Basic building blocks of all living things, responsible for carrying out life's functions.

The study of the structure, function, and behavior of cells.

The chemical components and reactions that determine how a cell is structured and how it takes in nutrients and energy.

Large molecules like DNA, RNA, proteins and carbohydrates that assemble into complex structures within a cell.

The process by which cells take in and utilize energy to perform their functions.

The ability of a cell to store, process, and pass on its genetic information.

The movement of substances within a cell and between the cell and its environment.

The communication between a cell and its surroundings, allowing it to respond to changes.

The ability of an organism to maintain a stable internal environment.

The process of increasing in size and complexity, often leading to reproduction.

The ability of an organism to interact with and respond to its environment.

The ability of an organism to obtain and utilize energy from its surroundings.

The idea that cells are the fundamental units of all living organisms.

The study of diseases at the cellular level.

Cells within a multicellular organism that have specialized functions.

A simple eukaryote that has been extensively studied, allowing scientists to understand fundamental eukaryotic processes.

A small flowering plant that is commonly used in genetics research due to its small genome and rapid growth.

A tiny worm that has been instrumental in understanding development and aging.

A commonly studied insect that has been crucial for understanding genetics, development, and behavior.

A small mammal that shares many similarities with humans, making it a valuable model for studying human diseases.

Organisms chosen for research because they are easy to grow, manipulate, and study, offering insights into fundamental biological processes.

The process of altering the genetic code of an organism to study its effect on the organism.

Tracking the expression of multiple genes across many cells simultaneously, providing information about gene activity.

The ordered sequence of events in which an organism develops from a single cell to an adult.

The process of altering the genetic code of an organism in a targeted way.

Studying how cells work together to form tissues and organs, and how these structures function as a whole.

Cells are constantly producing molecules and engaging in activities that require energy.

Cells can move, change shape, and interact with their environment through specialized structures and mechanisms.

Cells can detect changes in their environment and respond accordingly, maintaining their internal balance.

Cells have built-in mechanisms to regulate their own processes, ensuring their proper functioning.

Evolutionary changes at the molecular level, driven by changes in the genetic material of cells.