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What is the main purpose of homeostasis?

  • To prevent any external factors from affecting the body
  • To only focus on maintaining internal stability
  • To adjust to changing external conditions while maintaining internal stability (correct)
  • To keep the body in a constant state without any changes
  • Which type of cells lack a nucleus and are simpler in structure?

  • Eukaryotic cells
  • Cells with selective permeability
  • Cells with membrane-bound organelles
  • Prokaryotic cells (correct)
  • What is the role of cholesterol in biological membranes?

  • Provides energy for cellular activities
  • Not present in most prokaryotes
  • Acts as a structural component in all types of cells (correct)
  • Helps in long-distance cell-cell communication
  • Which cellular component is responsible for functional separation within the cell?

    <p>Nuclear membrane</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do eukaryotic cells have that prokaryotic cells lack?

    <p>Membrane-bound organelles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the key characteristic of plasma membranes in cells?

    <p>Consist of integral and peripheral proteins</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the Golgi apparatus in a cell?

    <p>Protein processing, posttranslational modifications, and packaging of proteins for transport</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of mitochondria in a cell?

    <p>Oxidation of carbohydrates and lipids to produce energy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is not a key player in cellular energy metabolism?

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

    What is the primary function of lysosomes in a cell?

    <p>Digestion of macromolecules</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the energy currency molecule used in cells?

    <p>Adenosine Triphosphate (ATP)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following energy sources can be metabolized through the process of beta-oxidation?

    <p>Ketone bodies</p> Signup and view all the answers

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