Cell Structure and Function Quiz
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What is the basic structural and functional unit of all living organisms?

  • Nucleus
  • Tissue
  • Cell (correct)
  • Organ
  • Which type of organisms are composed of a single cell that carries out all necessary functions?

  • Eukaryotic organisms
  • Unicellular organisms (correct)
  • Prokaryotic organisms
  • Multicellular organisms
  • Which type of cells are structurally less complex and lack a true nucleus and membrane-bound organelles?

  • Animal Cells
  • Plant Cells
  • Eukaryotic Cells
  • Prokaryotic Cells (correct)
  • Which type of organisms are composed of multiple cells organized into specialized tissues and organs?

    <p>Multicellular organisms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the smallest independently functioning unit within the body that can perform the necessary processes of life?

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

    Which type of cells are characterized by being simple, structurally less complex, and lacking membrane-bound organelles?

    <p>Prokaryotic Cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a characteristic of prokaryotic organisms?

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

    What is responsible for the characteristic shape of bacterial cells?

    <p>Cell wall</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is found in some bacterial cells and allows them to move in liquid environments?

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

    Which organelle is responsible for breaking down toxic materials in eukaryotic cells?

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

    What provides structural support to the cell, maintains its shape, and facilitates intracellular transport and cell movement?

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

    Which of the following is a characteristic of eukaryotic cells?

    <p>Defined nucleus and membrane-bound organelles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a sticky layer of carbohydrates that surrounds some bacterial cells?

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

    Which organelle is involved in the conversion of reactive oxygen species such as hydrogen peroxide into safer molecules like water and oxygen?

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

    What type of cells come in various sizes and shapes?

    <p>Both prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT found in prokaryotic organisms?

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

    Which organelle is responsible for the characteristic shape of bacterial cells?

    <p>Cell Wall</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What provides structural support to the cell, maintains its shape, and facilitates intracellular transport and cell movement?

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

    What is the smallest independently functioning unit within the body that can perform the necessary processes of life?

    <p>Bacterial Cell</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is found in some bacterial cells and allows them to move in liquid environments?

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

    Which organelle is involved in the conversion of reactive oxygen species such as hydrogen peroxide into safer molecules like water and oxygen?

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

    What is a sticky layer of carbohydrates that surrounds some bacterial cells?

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

    Which type of cells are characterized by being simple, structurally less complex, and lacking membrane-bound organelles?

    <p>Prokaryotic Cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of organisms are composed of a single cell that carries out all necessary functions?

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

    What is responsible for breaking down toxic materials in eukaryotic cells?

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

    Which of the following is NOT found in prokaryotic organisms?

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

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