Cell Structures

What part of the cell contains DNA and controls the cell's activities?

• Nucleus

• Ribosome

• Mitochondria

• Endoplasmic Reticulum

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What is the role of the endoplasmic reticulum?

• Synthesizes proteins (rough ER) and lipids (smooth ER).

• Stores genetic information.

• Transports oxygen in the blood.

• Breaks down waste products.

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What is the function of ribosomes?

• Synthesize proteins.

• Store genetic information.

• Transport nutrients across the cell membrane.

• Generate energy for the cell.

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What is the difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?

• Prokaryotic cells have a nucleus; eukaryotic cells lack a nucleus.

• Prokaryotic cells are larger than eukaryotic cells.

• Prokaryotic cells lack a nucleus; eukaryotic cells have a nucleus.

• Prokaryotic cells are more complex than eukaryotic cells.

What is the function of the mitochondria?

• Produces energy (ATP) for the cell.

• Stores genetic information.

• Synthesizes proteins for the cell.

• Regulates cell division.

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What type of cells are both Animal and Plant cells?

• Prokaryote

• Eukaryote

• Archaea

• Bacteria

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True or False: The Cell Wall supports and protects the plant cell.

• True

• False

• Partially True

• Not Applicable

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What is cytoplasm?

• The jelly-like substance within the cell membrane that contains organelles.

• The rigid outer layer of a plant cell.

• The control center of the cell that contains DNA.

• The fluid that fills the nucleus of a cell.

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What is the role of the Golgi apparatus?

• Produces energy for the cell.

• Modifies, sorts, and packages proteins and lipids.

• Synthesizes DNA and RNA.

• Breaks down waste materials in the cell.

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What is the function of lysosomes?

• Store nutrients and energy

• Transport proteins within the cell

• Digest waste materials and cellular debris.

• Synthesize DNA and RNA

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