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What is the primary function of the cell membrane?

  • To provide structural support to the cell
  • To manufacture RNA
  • To control the passage of chemicals in and out of the cell (correct)
  • To store water, sugar and salt
  • Which organelle contains its own DNA and is involved in energy production?

  • Vacuole
  • Nucleus
  • Ribosome
  • Mitochondrion (correct)
  • What is the primary function of the nucleus?

  • To control the passage of materials in and out of the cell
  • To control all activities of the cell (correct)
  • To provide structural support to the cell
  • To store water and salt
  • Which organelle is responsible for manufacturing RNA?

    <p>Nucleus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organelle is found only in plant cells and contains chlorophyll?

    <p>Chloroplast</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which stain is typically used to make plant cells more visible under a microscope?

    <p>Iodine solution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the nuclear membrane?

    <p>To control the passage of material in and out of the nucleus, particularly RNA</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a key difference between light microscopes and electron microscopes?

    <p>Light microscopes use visible light while electron microscopes use electron beams</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the cell wall in plant cells?

    <p>To provide structural support and protection for the plant cell</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organelle is responsible for the production of $ ext{ATP}$, the cell's primary energy currency?

    <p>Mitochondrion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of the nucleolus within the cell nucleus?

    <p>To manufacture RNA for the cell</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a key difference between the cell membrane and the nuclear membrane?

    <p>The cell membrane is a single layer, while the nuclear membrane is a double layer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a key function of the cell membrane?

    <p>Regulating all activity of the cell</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary difference between the nuclear membrane and the cell membrane?

    <p>The nuclear membrane has nuclear pores to control the passage of materials, while the cell membrane does not</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organelle is responsible for the production of $\text{ATP}$, the cell's primary energy currency?

    <p>Mitochondrion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the nucleolus within the cell nucleus?

    <p>To manufacture RNA</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a key difference between light microscopes and electron microscopes?

    <p>Light microscopes use visible light to magnify objects, while electron microscopes use a beam of electrons</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organelle is found only in plant cells and contains chlorophyll?

    <p>Chloroplast</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a key structural difference between the cell membrane and the nuclear membrane?

    <p>The cell membrane is selectively permeable, while the nuclear membrane is not selectively permeable.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organelle is responsible for the production of $\text{ATP}$, the cell's primary energy currency, and contains its own DNA?

    <p>Mitochondrion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the nucleolus within the cell nucleus?

    <p>To manufacture RNA</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which stain is typically used to make plant cells more visible under a microscope?

    <p>Iodine solution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a key difference between light microscopes and electron microscopes?

    <p>Light microscopes use beams of light to create an image, while electron microscopes use beams of electrons.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the cell wall in plant cells?

    <p>To provide structural support and protection for the cell</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which cellular structure is responsible for controlling the passage of materials in and out of the cell?

    <p>The cell membrane</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organelle found in plant cells contains chlorophyll and its own DNA?

    <p>The chloroplast</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the nucleolus within the cell nucleus?

    <p>To manufacture RNA</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a key difference between light microscopes and electron microscopes?

    <p>Light microscopes use light waves, while electron microscopes use electron beams.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the cell wall in plant cells?

    <p>To provide structural support and protection for the cell</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organelle is responsible for the production of ATP, the cell's primary energy currency, and contains its own DNA?

    <p>The mitochondrion</p> Signup and view all the answers

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