Cellular Life and Processes Study Guide

What is the primary function of vacuoles in a cell?

• Energy production

• Storage

• Protein synthesis

• Cell division

Which organelle is critical for cell division?

• Mitochondria

• Ribosomes

• Centrioles/centrosome

• Lysosomes

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What is the main source of energy in a cell?

• Lysosomes

• Mitochondria

• Ribosomes

• Nucleus

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Which of the following is NOT found in plant cells?

• Lysosomes

• Ribosomes

• Mitochondria

• Nucleus

Where are ribosomes located?

• In the nucleus

• In the cytoplasm and rough ER

• In the smooth ER

• In the cell membrane

What is the role of the smooth ER?

• Protein synthesis

• Makes lipids and breaks down toxic substances

• Energy production

• Cell division

What is the function of the nucleus in a cell?

• Energy production

• Storage

• Gives instructions for cell division

• Lipid synthesis

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What is the main role of the cell membrane?

• Energy production

• Protein synthesis

• Homeostasis

• Cell division

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During which phase do cells spend most of their time?

• Mitosis

• Cytokinesis

• Interphase

• Apoptosis

Which of the following processes does NOT occur during interphase?

• Cell Growth

• Carries out process such as Metabolism

• DNA Replication

• Cytokinesis