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Which of the following best describes the primary function of the cell membrane?
Which of the following best describes the primary function of the cell membrane?
- Synthesizing proteins
- Storing the cell's genetic material
- Regulating the passage of substances in and out of the cell (correct)
- Generating energy through cellular respiration
The nucleolus is responsible for the synthesis of lipids within the cell.
The nucleolus is responsible for the synthesis of lipids within the cell.
False (B)
What is the main function of ribosomes?
What is the main function of ribosomes?
protein synthesis
The powerhouse of the cell, responsible for generating ATP through cellular respiration, is the ______.
The powerhouse of the cell, responsible for generating ATP through cellular respiration, is the ______.
Match the following cell structures with their primary functions:
Match the following cell structures with their primary functions:
Which component of the cell membrane is primarily responsible for creating a barrier to water-soluble substances?
Which component of the cell membrane is primarily responsible for creating a barrier to water-soluble substances?
DNA in the nucleus is organized into ribosomes.
DNA in the nucleus is organized into ribosomes.
What is the role of nuclear pores?
What is the role of nuclear pores?
Ribosomes that are bound to the endoplasmic reticulum produce proteins for ______ or use in the cell membrane.
Ribosomes that are bound to the endoplasmic reticulum produce proteins for ______ or use in the cell membrane.
What is the primary difference between the rough ER (RER) and the smooth ER (SER)?
What is the primary difference between the rough ER (RER) and the smooth ER (SER)?
The Golgi apparatus synthesizes proteins.
The Golgi apparatus synthesizes proteins.
What are cisternae?
What are cisternae?
The inner membrane of the mitochondria is folded into ______, which increase the surface area for ATP production.
The inner membrane of the mitochondria is folded into ______, which increase the surface area for ATP production.
Which of the following describes the role of lysosomes?
Which of the following describes the role of lysosomes?
Microfilaments provide tensile strength and stability to the cytoskeleton.
Microfilaments provide tensile strength and stability to the cytoskeleton.
Name two unique structures found in plant cells but not in animal cells.
Name two unique structures found in plant cells but not in animal cells.
Cells communicate with each other through chemical signals that bind to ______ on the cell surface or inside the cell.
Cells communicate with each other through chemical signals that bind to ______ on the cell surface or inside the cell.
Which of the following is NOT a type of cell signaling?
Which of the following is NOT a type of cell signaling?
Mitosis results in four genetically different daughter cells.
Mitosis results in four genetically different daughter cells.
During which stage of cellular respiration is glucose broken down into pyruvate?
During which stage of cellular respiration is glucose broken down into pyruvate?
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Cell Biology
Cell Biology
Study of cells, their structure, function, and behavior.
Cell Membrane
Cell Membrane
Selectively permeable barrier that regulates substance passage into and out of the cell.
Cytoplasm
Cytoplasm
Gel-like substance inside the cell containing organelles and molecules.
Nucleus
Nucleus
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Ribosomes
Ribosomes
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Endoplasmic Reticulum (ER)
Endoplasmic Reticulum (ER)
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Golgi Apparatus
Golgi Apparatus
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Mitochondria
Mitochondria
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Lysosomes
Lysosomes
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Cytoskeleton
Cytoskeleton
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Nuclear Envelope
Nuclear Envelope
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Nucleolus
Nucleolus
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Golgi Apparatus Function
Golgi Apparatus Function
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Lysosomes Function
Lysosomes Function
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Paracrine Signaling
Paracrine Signaling
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Endocrine Signaling
Endocrine Signaling
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Meiosis
Meiosis
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Catabolism
Catabolism
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ATP (Adenosine Triphosphate)
ATP (Adenosine Triphosphate)
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Photosynthesis
Photosynthesis
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