Exploring the Functions of Cell Organelles

What tool is used to observe the tiny structures inside a cell?

• Binoculars

• Telescope

• Microscope

• Magnifying glass

Which part of the cell acts like a fence and protects the plant cell?

• Lysosome

• Cell membrane

• Nucleus

• Cell wall

What is the function of lysosomes in animal cells?

• Break down food

• Produce energy

• Store water

• Control cell activities

Where are ribosomes mainly found inside the cell?

• Nucleolus

• Cytoplasm

• Nucleus

• Cell membrane

What is the primary function of the endoplasmic reticulum?

• Store genetic information

• Produce energy

• Break down waste

• Transport materials

Which organelle is known as the 'powerhouse of the cell'?

• Nucleus

• Golgi bodies

• Mitochondria

• Lysosomes

What process do chloroplasts in plant cells facilitate?

• Cell division

• Photosynthesis

• Respiration

• Protein synthesis

What is the main purpose of photosynthesis?

• Produce waste

• Break down food

• Capture energy from the sun

• Store water

According to cell theory, what are all living things composed of?

• Cells

• Molecules

• Tissues

• Organs

What does cell theory state about the origin of new cells?

• They form spontaneously

• They are produced from existing cells

• They come from outer space

• They arise from non-living matter