Cells - unit overview

Front

What structure is found in both prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?

Back

Ribosome

Front

What type of cells have genetic material contained in a nucleus?

Back

Both plant and animal cells.

Front

True or False: Mitochondria are found in both plant and animal cells.

Back

True

Front

What is the fluid that surrounds the organelles in a cell?

Back

Cytoplasm.

Front

What characteristic do most plants have in common?

Back

They are autotrophic.

Front

What is the primary function of ribosomes in a cell?

Back

To synthesize proteins.

Front

What is the main difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells regarding their genetic material?

Back

Prokaryotic cells have no nucleus; their genetic material is free-floating, while eukaryotic cells have a nucleus that contains their genetic material.

Front

What organelle is known as the powerhouse of the cell?

Back

Mitochondria.

Front

What is the role of cytoplasm in a cell?

Back

It provides a medium for chemical reactions and supports organelles.

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What is the process by which plants convert sunlight into energy?

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Photosynthesis.