Cell Structure and Transport Practice Questions

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What is facilitated diffusion?

Back

Transport that uses proteins to help move molecules across the membrane.

Front

Which of the following are NOT found in animal cells?

Back

Chloroplasts and cell wall.

Front

What part of a phospholipid is HYDROPHILIC?

Back

The phosphate 'head'.

Front

What is the term for a membrane that allows certain substances to pass while blocking others?

Back

Semi-permeable.

Front

Identify the structure that is responsible for modifying, sorting, and packaging proteins.

Back

Golgi Body.

Front

What is the primary function of the cell membrane?

Back

To protect the cell and regulate what enters and exits.

Front

What are the two main types of transport across cell membranes?

Back

Passive transport and active transport.

Front

What is osmosis?

Back

The diffusion of water across a semi-permeable membrane.

Front

What is the role of mitochondria in a cell?

Back

To produce energy (ATP) through cellular respiration.

Front

What is the function of ribosomes?

Back

To synthesize proteins.