Cells and Cell Transport

Front

What do prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells have in common?

Back

They both have DNA.

Front

What is the direction of molecule movement in simple diffusion?

Back

Molecules move from high to low concentrations.

Front

What type of environment do plant cells prefer?

Back

Plant cells prefer a hypotonic environment.

Front

What structure of the cell provides support and shape?

Back

The cytoskeleton.

Front

How are viral capsids similar to the nuclear membrane?

Back

Both protect genetic material.

Front

What is the primary function of the cell membrane?

Back

To regulate what enters and exits the cell.

Front

Define osmosis.

Back

The movement of water across a semipermeable membrane from low to high solute concentration.

Front

What is the difference between active and passive transport?

Back

Active transport requires energy, while passive transport does not.

Front

What is a hypertonic solution?

Back

A solution with a higher concentration of solutes compared to another solution.

Front

What is the role of ribosomes in a cell?

Back

Ribosomes are responsible for protein synthesis.