2nd quarter Biology test

Front

Who was the English scientist that first observed plant cells under a microscope in the 1600s?

Back

Robert Hooke

Front

What organelle contains DNA in a condensed form attached to histone proteins?

Back

Chromosomes

Front

What is the site for DNA duplication in a cell?

Back

Nucleus

Front

What is the primary function of DNA?

Back

Contains genetic information for protein synthesis and determines the genetic makeup of an organism.

Front

Which of the following is NOT true about DNA?

Back

The powerhouse of the cell.

Front

What is the difference in magnification power between light microscopes and electron microscopes?

Back

They do not have the same magnification power; electron microscopes have a much higher magnification power.

Front

What is the basic unit of life?

Back

Cell

Front

What is the function of ribosomes in a cell?

Back

Synthesize proteins.

Front

What is the role of the Golgi apparatus?

Back

Modifies, sorts, and packages proteins and lipids for secretion or delivery to other organelles.

Front

What is cytoplasm?

Back

The jelly-like substance within a cell that contains organelles.