Unit 3 Biology Review

Front

What type of organism has a biochemistry that is not like us?

Back

Bacteria

Front

What organelle is responsible for storing water and nutrients in a cell?

Back

Vacuole

Front

Which organelle breaks down old organelles in a cell?

Back

Lysosomes

Front

What organelle is responsible for cell division in animal cells?

Back

Centrioles

Front

What part of the cell membrane helps with its flexibility?

Back

Cholesterol

Front

What is the function of chloroplasts in plant cells?

Back

Chloroplasts are responsible for photosynthesis, converting sunlight into energy.

Front

What is the role of the Golgi apparatus in a cell?

Back

The Golgi apparatus modifies, sorts, and packages proteins and lipids for secretion or delivery to other organelles.

Front

What is the primary function of the endoplasmic reticulum (ER)?

Back

The ER is involved in the synthesis of proteins and lipids.

Front

What is the difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?

Back

Prokaryotic cells lack a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles, while eukaryotic cells have both.

Front

What is the function of ribosomes in a cell?

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Ribosomes are responsible for protein synthesis.