16 Questions
What is the main difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?
Presence of a true nucleus
What is the basic unit of reproduction?
Cell
What are the constituents of protoplasm?
Carbohydrates, lipids, proteins
Which type of cell contains organized nucleus and membrane-bound organelles?
Eukaryotic cell
Which organelle is responsible for converting light energy into chemical energy?
Chloroplast
What is the main function of a lysosome?
Breaking down macromolecules
What is the role of a ribosome in a cell?
Translating genetic code into amino acids
Which organelle is involved in the breakdown/digestion of macromolecules and responses against foreign substances?
Lysosome
What is the function of the Golgi Bodies?
Wrapping and packaging department of the cell
Where is the hereditary material located in a cell?
Nucleus
What is the main function of the Smooth Endoplasmic Reticulum?
Breaking down fats and carbohydrates
What is the function of Ribosomes in a cell?
Site of protein synthesis in the cell
What is the function of the cell membrane?
Protective, digestive, and selective permeability
What type of molecules can rapidly move across the cell membrane?
Non-polar molecules, gases, lipids, and steroid hormones
What process involves bringing large particles or fragments of cells into the cell?
Endocytosis
What does the cell membrane's selective permeability control?
The free passage of ions in and out of the cell
This quiz covers the basics of cell biology and genetics, including the structure and function of a cell, DNA, chromosomes, and the endoplasmic reticulum. Test your knowledge about how genetic information is passed from parents to offspring and the role of various cell components.
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