Cell Structure and Function Quiz
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What is the main function of cells in organisms?

  • Maintaining the shape of the organism
  • Producing energy for the organism
  • Serving as the basic living unit of structure and function (correct)
  • Regulating temperature in the organism
  • How does cell size affect the ability to get materials in and out of a cell?

  • Cells with more irregular shapes are less efficient in material exchange
  • Smaller cell size decreases the surface area available for material exchange (correct)
  • Larger cell size increases the efficiency of material exchange
  • Cell size has no impact on material exchange
  • Why is being small an advantage for cells in multicellular organisms?

  • Large cells have a longer lifespan
  • Small cells have high energy production capabilities
  • Large cells are more resistant to diseases
  • Small cells can efficiently exchange nutrients and wastes (correct)
  • What happens to the surface area of a cube-shaped cell when it doubles in size?

    <p>The surface area increases eightfold</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it mentioned that a frog’s egg is large enough to be seen by the naked eye?

    <p>To illustrate that not all cells are microscopic in size</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the ability of glucose to enter a cell relate to cell size?

    <p>Smaller cells have an advantage as glucose diffuses faster into them</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a major structural feature that distinguishes eukaryotic cells from archaea and bacteria?

    <p>Containment of membrane-bound organelles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement accurately describes the cell walls of eukaryotic cells?

    <p>Consist of chitin in most cases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic shared by all prokaryotes mentioned in the text?

    <p>Lack of membrane-bound organelles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of cell is likely to have both primary and secondary cell walls?

    <p>Plant cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What sets eukaryotic ribosomes apart from prokaryotic ribosomes based on the text?

    <p>Size, being larger in eukaryotes</p> Signup and view all the answers

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