12 Questions
Which organelle is the largest membranous organelle in the cell?
Nucleus
What is the function of the nucleolus?
Site of ribosome production
Which state of DNA is most common in cells that are not dividing?
Chromatin
What is the unit of heredity that contains instructions for the synthesis of a protein(s)?
Gene
Which organelle is responsible for protein synthesis?
Ribosomes
What is the function of the centrosome?
Cell division
Which protein filaments help determine cell shape and assist in cell motility?
Microfilaments
Which organelle is considered the 'power plant' of cells and is the major site of ATP synthesis?
Mitochondria
During meiosis II, what happens in metaphase II?
The 23 double-stranded chromosomes of each daughter cell line up at the cell equator
What happens in anaphase I of meiosis?
The centromeres split, creating 46 single-stranded chromosomes and pulling 23 chromosomes towards each pole
What is unique to meiosis compared to mitosis?
Reduction in chromosome number from 2n to 1n
What is the result of meiosis?
Four genetically distinct haploid (1n) cells
Test your knowledge on the cell's cytoplasm and its components with this quiz. Explore the cytosol, organelles, and their functions in this essential part of the cell.
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