Unicellular Organisms Quiz
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What organelles contain their own genetic material?

Mitochondria and plastids

What happens if the organisation of a cell is destroyed due to physical or chemical influence?

The cell will not be able to function properly and may die.

Why are lysosomes known as 'suicide bags'?

Lysosomes are known as 'suicide bags' because if damaged, they may burst and their enzymes can digest the cell itself.

What is the function of plastids in plant cells?

<p>Plastids are important for photosynthesis and storage of materials.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do plastids compare to mitochondria in terms of structure?

<p>Plastids are similar to mitochondria in external structure, as they both have their own DNA and ribosomes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the smooth endoplasmic reticulum (SER) in liver cells?

<p>Detoxifying many poisons and drugs</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who first described the Golgi apparatus?

<p>Camillo Golgi</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Storage, modification, and packaging of products in vesicles</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can be made from simple sugars in the Golgi apparatus?

<p>Complex sugars</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of lysosomes in a cell?

<p>Digesting foreign material and worn-out cell organelles</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do lysosomes help keep the cell clean?

<p>By breaking down foreign material and old organelles into small pieces</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of enzymes do lysosomes contain?

<p>Powerful digestive enzymes</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens to foreign materials entering the cell?

<p>They end up in lysosomes for digestion</p> Signup and view all the answers

How are Golgi apparatus membranes connected to the endoplasmic reticulum (ER) membranes?

<p>They often have connections with the membranes of ER</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the three main functions of the Golgi apparatus?

<p>Storage, modification, and packaging</p> Signup and view all the answers

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