30 Questions
Which type of endocytosis brings fluid into the cell?
Pinocytosis
What is the primary function of vacuoles?
Storage
What is the structure of mitochondria?
Double membrane
What is the core function of mitochondria?
ATP production
What is the primary component of the cell wall in plants and algae?
Cellulose
What is the function of chloroplasts?
Photosynthesis
What is the function of the cytoskeleton?
Cell movement
What is the structure of vacuoles?
Single membrane
What is the structure of chloroplasts?
Double membrane
What is the function of pinocytosis?
Fluid intake
Which of the following is NOT a function of the cell's cytoskeleton?
Protein synthesis
What is the main difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?
Prokaryotic cells lack a nucleus
Which of the following is NOT a structural similarity found in most bacterial cells?
Golgi apparatus
What is the function of plasmids in prokaryotic cells?
To help the cell adapt to unusual environmental conditions
Which of the following is NOT a domain according to phylogeny?
Prokarya
What is the role of molecular 'zip codes' in a cell?
To transport materials within the cell
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of cells?
Presence of a nucleus
What is the function of the cell's internal skeleton?
To provide structural support
What is the composition of a prokaryotic cell's cell wall?
Peptidoglycan
What is the location of the prokaryotic cell's chromosome?
Nucleoid region
Which of the following is a key difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?
Prokaryotic cells have a nucleus, while eukaryotic cells do not.
What is the function of the rough endoplasmic reticulum?
Synthesis of proteins
Which organelle is responsible for processing, sorting, and shipping proteins?
Golgi apparatus
What is the function of ribosomes?
Protein synthesis
What is the function of lysosomes?
Digestion and waste processing
Which of the following is a characteristic of prokaryotic cells?
They contain ribosomes for protein synthesis.
What is the primary advantage of compartmentalization in eukaryotic cells?
Increasing the efficiency of chemical reactions
What is the function of the smooth endoplasmic reticulum?
Synthesis of fatty acids and phospholipids
Which of the following is a characteristic of eukaryotic cells?
They have a nucleus.
How are materials delivered to lysosomes?
All of the above
Test your knowledge on the key concepts of organelles and cell structure. Explore the relationship between a cell's composition and its overall shape. Learn about the molecular "zip codes" that aid material transport within the cell. Understand the role of the cytoskeleton in cell division, movement, and transport. Gain insights into the dynamic and integrated nature of cells.
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