Plant Cell Structures and Functions

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What is the primary function of a chloroplast?

To store genetic material
To synthesize proteins.
To break down glucose and release energy as ATP.
To produce and store energy in the form of ATP. (correct)

Which of the following statements accurately describes the relationship between mitochondria and chloroplasts?

Mitochondria and chloroplasts are both capable of independent growth and reproduction. (correct)
Mitochondria and chloroplasts are both responsible for protein synthesis.
Mitochondria and chloroplasts are both found in all eukaryotic cells.
Mitochondria and chloroplasts are both involved in the process of cellular respiration.

What form of energy is used by plants in photosynthesis?

Potential energy
Light energy (correct)
Kinetic energy
Chemical energy

Which of the following cell types does NOT contain mitochondria?

Bacterial cells (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of mitochondria?

Mitochondria are involved in the synthesis of glucose. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of cristae within mitochondria?

To increase the surface area for ATP production (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of mitochondria in a cell?

To produce energy in the form of ATP (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the singular form of 'mitochondria'?

Mitochondrion (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of mitochondria?

They are responsible for photosynthesis. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the name given to the folds of the inner mitochondrial membrane?

Cristae (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is the compartment formed between the outer and inner mitochondrial membranes?

Intermembrane space (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the enzymes found in the matrix space?

Breaking down food molecules (A) Signup and view all the answers

The cristae are folds of which mitochondrial membrane?

Inner membrane (C) Signup and view all the answers

Where do the following processes occur within the mitochondria? 1) Krebs cycle, 2) Electron transport chain

Krebs cycle occurs in the matrix space and the electron transport chain occurs in the inner membrane. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements accurately describes the relationship between the outer mitochondrial membrane and the inner mitochondrial membrane?

The outer membrane is more permeable than the inner membrane. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements correctly describes the relationship between mitochondria and aerobic respiration?

Mitochondria are the primary sites of aerobic respiration, a process that requires oxygen. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following BEST describes the location where proteins are synthesized for mitochondrial function?

Mitochondria possess their own ribosomes and synthesize some of their own proteins. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the inner membrane of the mitochondria in the process of aerobic respiration?

It contains the electron transport chain and ATP synthase, crucial for ATP production. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a product of aerobic respiration?

Glucose ($C_6H_{12}O_6$) (B) Signup and view all the answers

What type of membrane surrounds the structure referred to in the content?

A single-layered membrane (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of mature cells in the context provided?

They develop into various kinds of cells (D) Signup and view all the answers

What primary role do chloroplasts serve in plant cells?

Photosynthesis (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which option correctly describes the tonoplast?

It is a single-layered membrane (A) Signup and view all the answers

What vital function do chloroplasts perform besides storage?

Sustaining turgor pressure (B) Signup and view all the answers

What happens to mature cells in the content provided?

They differentiate into various types (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the classification of chloroplasts?

By their primary pigment (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements is true based on the content?

A single-layered membrane encompasses the tonoplast (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is not a characteristic of chloroplasts?

Assist in cell movement (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which function is indirectly supported by chloroplasts' role in sustaining turgor pressure?

Maintaining cell wall integrity (B) Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Tonoplast

A single-layered membrane surrounding the vacuole in plant cells.

Mature plant cells

Cells that have developed into specialized types in plants.