8.1/8.2 Exam Review

Front

What organelle converts chemical energy in food to compounds that the cell can use to make energy?

Back

Mitochondria

Front

What organelle stores salts and water?

Back

Vacuole

Front

What is the primary function of the cell membrane?

Back

To control the movement of substances in and out of the cell

Front

Where are ribosomes made?

Back

Nucleolus

Front

How can you recognize a prokaryotic cell under a microscope?

Back

By its lack of a nucleus

Front

What is the function of the nucleus in a cell?

Back

To store genetic information and control cellular activities.

Front

What is the role of ribosomes in a cell?

Back

To synthesize proteins by translating messenger RNA.

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 chloroplasts?

Back

To conduct photosynthesis by converting light energy into chemical energy.

Front

What is the role of the endoplasmic reticulum?

Back

To synthesize proteins and lipids; it is involved in the transport of materials within the cell.