Cell Biology

Front

What type of cell lacks a membrane-bound nucleus?

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Prokaryotic cell

Front

Mitosis is the process by which prokaryotic cells divide. True or False?

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False

Front

Which of the following is NOT a component of the cytoskeleton? Microfilaments, Intermediate filaments, Microtubules, Ribosomes.

Back

Ribosomes

Front

What is the term for the movement of water across a selectively permeable membrane?

Back

Osmosis

Front

What is the primary function of the cell membrane?

Back

To control what enters and exits the cell

Front

Define Eukaryotic cell.

Back

A cell that has a membrane-bound nucleus and organelles.

Front

What is the function of ribosomes in a cell?

Back

To synthesize proteins.

Front

What is the role of the cytoskeleton?

Back

To provide structural support and shape to the cell.

Front

What is diffusion?

Back

The movement of molecules from an area of higher concentration to an area of lower concentration.

Front

What is the difference between passive and active transport?

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Passive transport does not require energy, while active transport does.