Level 8 Biology Pre-Test

Which of the following statements best describes the cell theory?

• Cells are the basic units of life and all living organisms are composed of one or more cells.

• Cells are the basic units of life and all living organisms are composed of multiple cells.

• Cells are the basic units of life and all living organisms are composed of a single cell.

• Cells are the basic units of life and all living organisms are composed of tissues.

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What is the primary function of mitochondria in a cell?

• Protein synthesis

• Energy production

• Photosynthesis

• Storage of genetic information

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

• Nucleus

• Mitochondria

• Chloroplasts

• Ribosomes

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What is the role of ribosomes in a cell?

• Energy production

• Protein synthesis

• Storage of genetic information

• Photosynthesis

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Which organelle is responsible for storing water and other substances in plant cells?

• Nucleus

• Mitochondria

• Vacuole

• Ribosomes

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What is the function of the cell membrane?

• To provide structural support

• To control the movement of substances in and out of the cell

• To store genetic information

• To produce energy

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Which of the following is a characteristic of multicellular organisms?

• They consist of a single cell.

• They have specialised structures and organelles.

• They do not have a nucleus.

• They do not have mitochondria.

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What is the main function of chloroplasts in plant cells?

• Energy production

• Protein synthesis

• Photosynthesis

• Storage of genetic information

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Which of the following best describes the relationship between the structure and function of tissues in an animal organ system?

• The structure of tissues is unrelated to their function.

• The structure of tissues is directly related to their function.

• The structure of tissues is only related to their location.

• The structure of tissues is only related to their size.

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What is the primary function of the nucleus in a cell?

• Energy production

• Protein synthesis

• Storage of genetic information

• Photosynthesis

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