Cell Flashcard Practice

Front

What controls the traits of an organism?

Back

Genes control the traits of an organism.

Front

What must all cells contain, even if they don't have a true nucleus?

Back

All cells must contain some form of DNA.

Front

What contains all of the genetic information about the cell?

Back

DNA contains all of the genetic information about the cell.

Front

What protects the cell and controls what moves in and out?

Back

The cell membrane protects the cell and controls what moves in and out.

Front

What is the outer layer of a plant cell that provides structure?

Back

The cell wall is the outer layer of a plant cell that provides structure.

Front

What is the function of the nucleus in a cell?

Back

The nucleus contains the cell's genetic material and controls its activities.

Front

What is the jelly-like substance inside a cell where organelles are found?

Back

Cytoplasm is the jelly-like substance inside a cell where organelles are found.

Front

What is the role of the cell membrane?

Back

The cell membrane regulates the movement of substances in and out of the cell.

Front

What are the basic building blocks of all living organisms?

Back

Cells are the basic building blocks of all living organisms.

Front

What is DNA?

Back

DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) is the molecule that carries genetic information.