10 Questions
Who discovered the 'cell' using a compound light microscope?
Robert Hooke
Which type of cell lacks a true nucleus and membrane-bound organelles?
Prokaryotic cell
According to cell theory, how do cells arise?
By division of existing cells
In which type of cell does metabolism take place?
Both animal and plant cells
Which scientist designed a compound light microscope and discovered the 'cell'?
Robert Hooke
What is the main function of nerve cells?
Transmit and receive messages around the body
How do the structure and shape of skin cells suit their function?
Flat, form layers, and provide a protective barrier
What is the key modification in red blood cells that suits their function?
Biconcave shape for increased surface area
Which cell type is specialized to have long connections for message transmission?
Nerve cell
How do cells demonstrate specialization despite having similar general features?
By showing modifications relative to function
Test your understanding of cell theory and structure with this quiz based on Lecture 1.1 of BM109 Cells and their molecules. Evaluate your knowledge of typical animal and plant cells, and the discovery of cells by Robert Hooke in 1665.
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