Exploring the World of Cells

Which organelle is known as the "powerhouse of the cell" because it produces energy?

What is the primary function of the cell membrane?

• To produce proteins

• To control what enters and leaves the cell

• To store genetic information

• To provide structural support

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Which of the following structures is found in plant cells but not in animal cells?

• Mitochondria

• Cell Wall

• Nucleus

• Lysosome

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During which phase of mitosis do the chromosomes line up in the middle of the cell?

• Prophase

• Metaphase

• Anaphase

• Telophase

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Which of the following is a function of the ribosomes in a cell?

• Synthesizing proteins

• Storing genetic material

• Breaking down waste

• Producing energy

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What is the main difference between the vacuoles in plant cells and animal cells?

• Plant cells have smaller vacuoles than animal cells

• Plant cells have larger vacuoles than animal cells

• Animal cells do not have vacuoles

• Vacuoles in animal cells store chlorophyll

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Which phase of mitosis is characterized by the separation of sister chromatids?

• Prophase

• Metaphase

• Anaphase

• Telophase

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What is the role of chloroplasts in plant cells?

• To produce energy through cellular respiration

• To synthesize proteins

• To conduct photosynthesis

• To store waste products

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Which of the following best describes the function of the Golgi apparatus?

• Synthesizing lipids

• Modifying, sorting, and packaging proteins

• Producing ribosomes

• Breaking down cellular waste

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What is the primary purpose of mitosis in multicellular organisms?

• To produce gametes

• To repair and replace damaged cells

• To increase genetic diversity

• To conduct photosynthesis

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