Cells Review Guide

Front

What is the control center of the cell that holds DNA?

Back

Nucleus

Front

What is the smallest unit of life that can carry out all life functions?

Back

Cell

Front

What is the liquid region in which cell structures are found?

Back

Cytoplasm

Front

What term describes a solution with a higher concentration of solutes compared to the inside of a cell?

Back

Hypertonic

Front

What organelle stores water in both plant and animal cells?

Back

Vacuole

Front

What is the function of mitochondria in a cell?

Back

Mitochondria produce energy (ATP) through cellular respiration.

Front

What is the role of ribosomes in a cell?

Back

Ribosomes are responsible for protein synthesis.

Front

What is the function of the cell membrane?

Back

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

Front

What is the difference between plant and animal cells?

Back

Plant cells have a cell wall and chloroplasts, while animal cells do not.

Front

What is the function of chloroplasts?

Back

Chloroplasts are responsible for photosynthesis in plant cells.