AP Biology Unit 2 Cell Structure & Function

Front

What type of cell is prokaryotic and may or may not have a cell wall?

Back

Bacteria

Front

What is the major component of the lipid bilayer cell membrane?

Back

Phospholipids

Front

What do the hydrophobic tails of phospholipids do in relation to water?

Back

They hate water and are nonpolar.

Front

What term describes a solution where the concentration of solutes is lower outside the cell than inside?

Back

Hypotonic

Front

What organelle is known as the powerhouse of the cell?

Back

Mitochondria

Front

What is the function of cholesterol in the cell membrane?

Back

It helps to stabilize the membrane's fluidity.

Front

What are the two main types of cells?

Back

Prokaryotic and Eukaryotic.

Front

What is the function of ribosomes in a cell?

Back

They synthesize proteins.

Front

What is the role of the cell wall in plant cells?

Back

It provides structure and protection.

Front

What is the difference between passive and active transport?

Back

Passive transport does not require energy, while active transport does.