Cell Structure and Function

Front

What type of cell is typically 10 times larger than the other cell type?

Back

Eukaryotic cells are typically 10 times larger than prokaryotic cells.

Front

What organelle receives proteins and materials from the ER, packages them, and distributes them?

Back

Golgi apparatus.

Front

Which cell type do plants, animals, protists, and fungi have?

Back

Eukaryotic cells.

Front

What assembles amino acids to make proteins?

Back

Ribosome.

Front

What type of cell are bacteria?

Back

Prokaryotic cells.

Front

What is the basic unit of life?

Back

The cell is the basic unit of life.

Front

What is the function of the nucleus?

Back

The nucleus stores genetic information and controls cell activities.

Front

What is the role of the cell membrane?

Back

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

Front

What is the function of mitochondria?

Back

Mitochondria are the powerhouse of the cell, producing energy through cellular respiration.

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.