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What is the main function of microtubules in cell division?

Cell adhesion

Protein synthesis

Lipid synthesis

Chromosome segregation (correct)

Which cytoskeletal component is responsible for maintaining the shape of cells?

Actin filaments

Intermediate filaments (correct)

Microtubules

Myosin

In cell motility, what is the primary function of cilia?

Synthesizing ATP

Generating contractile force

Detecting chemical signals

Aiding in cell movement (correct)

Which organelle is responsible for storing genetic material in eukaryotic cells?

Nucleus Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of the endoplasmic reticulum (ER) in a cell?

Protein synthesis Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of microtubules in cell division?

Helping in chromosome separation Signup and view all the answers

How are microtubules typically arranged in a cellular context?

Forming a network radiating from the centrosome Signup and view all the answers

Which cellular structure is primarily responsible for maintaining the shape of the cell and aiding in cell motility?

Actin filaments Signup and view all the answers

Among the listed organelles, which one is directly involved in protein synthesis?

Ribosomes Signup and view all the answers

Which organelle is primarily associated with lipid metabolism and detoxification within the cell?

Smooth endoplasmic reticulum Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of the nucleus within a eukaryotic cell?

Storage of genetic material Signup and view all the answers

What is the major function of microtubules in cell division?

Organizing and separating chromosomes during mitosis Signup and view all the answers

Which component of the cytoskeleton is mainly involved in facilitating cell motility?

Actin filaments Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the nucleus in a cell?

Storing genetic information and controlling cellular activities Signup and view all the answers

Which organelle is responsible for lipid synthesis and detoxification processes in the cell?

Endoplasmic reticulum Signup and view all the answers

What is the main role of plasma membrane proteins?

Regulating the movement of substances in and out of the cell Signup and view all the answers

Why can the plasma membrane be seen under a light microscope despite being very thin?

The plasma membrane interacts with stains used in microscopy. Signup and view all the answers