Amoeba Sisters Introduction to Cells

Which part of the cell surrounds the cell and is selectively permeable, meaning it only allows certain molecules in and out.

• cytoplasm

• Golgi apparatus

• Vacuole

• Plasma Membrane

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Which of the following is NOT part of the cell theory:

• The cell is the smallest living unit in all organisms.

• All cells have a nucleus.

• All living things are made of cells.

• All cells come from other pre-existing cells.

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The difference between prokaryotic cells and eukaryotic cells is that eukaryotic cells do not have a nucleus or membrane-bound organelles (mitochondria).

• True

• False

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What is the jelly-like material inside cells that surrounds all the cell parts.

• Plasma membrane

• Cytoplasm

• Nucleus

• Vacuole

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What is the function of mitochondria in a cell?

• To produce energy

• To control cell activities

• To transport materials

• To provide structural support

Answer explanation

Mitochondria are known as the powerhouse of the cell because their primary function is to produce energy in the form of ATP through cellular respiration, making 'to produce energy' the correct choice.

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What is the function of the nucleus in a cell?

• To produce energy

• To control cell activities

• To transport materials

• To provide structural support

Answer explanation

The nucleus is the control center of the cell, regulating activities such as growth, metabolism, and reproduction by managing gene expression and storing genetic information.

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Which type of cell is generally larger and more complex?

• Prokaryotic cell

• Eukaryotic cell

• Bacterial cell

• Virus

What is the main function of the cell membrane?

• To produce energy

• To control what enters and leaves the cell

• To store genetic information

• To support the cell structure

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What is the basic unit of life?

• Atom

• Molecule

• Cell

• Organ

Answer explanation

The cell is the basic unit of life, as it is the smallest structure capable of performing all life processes. Atoms and molecules are components of cells, while organs are made up of multiple cells.

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What is the primary difference between plant and animal cells?

• Plant cells have a cell wall, animal cells do not

• Animal cells have chloroplasts, plant cells do not

• Plant cells have mitochondria, animal cells do not

• Animal cells have a cell wall, plant cells do not

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