Prokaryotic vs Eukaryotic Cells Structures
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What is the function of a cell wall in plant cells?

  • Facilitates protein synthesis
  • Maintains cell shape and prevents excessive water uptake (correct)
  • Helps in cellular respiration
  • Stores genetic material

    • Which organelle is responsible for the synthesis of ATP using cellular respiration?

  • Mitochondria (correct)
  • Lysosome
  • Golgi apparatus
  • Vacuole

    • What is the main function of intermediate filaments in a cell?

  • Muscle contraction
  • Anchorage of the nucleus and other organelles (correct)
  • Chromosome movement in cell division
  • Cell mobility

    • Microtubules are composed of which type of polymers?

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

    What is the primary function of cilia and flagella in cells?

    <p>Cell mobility</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The protein myosin is primarily associated with which cytoskeletal structure?

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

    Which component connects adjacent plant cells and allows for the passage of water and small molecules?

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

    What is the main function of intermediate filaments in the cell?

    <p>Provide structural support and help maintain cell shape</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of microtubules?

    <p>Made up of actin protein</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of cilia and flagella in cells?

    <p>Cell movement and propulsion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which cell structure is responsible for transporting organelles and vesicles within the cell?

    <p>Microtubules and motor proteins</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the extracellular matrix in animal cells?

    <p>Provide structural support and regulate cell behavior</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of filament is involved in muscle contraction?

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

    Which component is responsible for anchoring organelles and maintaining cell shape?

    <p>Intermediate filaments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of motor proteins in cells?

    <p>Cell movement and transport of organelles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which filament structure forms the core of cilia and flagella?

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

    What is the main function of microfilaments in the cell?

    <p>Maintain cell shape and enable cell motility</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the extracellular matrix in cell adhesion and signaling?

    <p>Provide structural support and regulate cell behavior</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which filament structure is known for its role in maintaining nuclear shape and positioning?

    <p>Intermediate filaments</p> Signup and view all the answers

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