Cells Unit Test

Front

What is the primary function of proteins in a human cell?

Back

Proteins catalyze chemical reactions inside the cell.

Front

What is the role of lipids in a human cell?

Back

Lipids form receptors to allow for the transport of certain molecules into and out of the cell.

Front

What organelle protects the cell and regulates what enters and exits?

Back

Cell membrane.

Front

What are nucleic acids composed of?

Back

Nucleic acids are composed of sugar, phosphate groups, and nitrogenous bases.

Front

What process occurs in mitochondria?

Back

Mitochondria use oxygen to produce ATP.

Front

What is the function of ribosomes in a cell?

Back

Ribosomes are responsible for building proteins.

Front

What is the difference between DNA and RNA?

Back

DNA contains deoxyribose sugar and thymine, while RNA contains ribose sugar and uracil.

Front

What is the role of chloroplasts in plant cells?

Back

Chloroplasts use sunlight to produce glucose through photosynthesis.

Front

What is the function of the nucleus in a cell?

Back

The nucleus stores genetic information and coordinates cell activities.

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What are the four main types of macromolecules?

Back

Proteins, lipids, nucleic acids, and carbohydrates.