Biology AIR Test Review - Cells

Front

What macromolecule stores energy, insulates us, and makes up the cell membrane?

Back

Lipids

Front

What is it called when molecules move across the cell membrane from an area of high concentration to an area of low concentration through a carrier protein?

Back

Facilitated Diffusion

Front

Which type of cell can be a bacteria?

Back

Prokaryote

Front

What is the function of nucleic acids?

Back

Store genetic information

Front

What is the jelly-like substance housing the organelles and providing a medium for chemical reactions?

Back

Cytoplasm

Front

What are the building blocks of proteins?

Back

Amino acids

Front

What is the primary function of the cell membrane?

Back

To protect the cell and regulate what enters and exits.

Front

What is the difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?

Back

Prokaryotic cells lack a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles, while eukaryotic cells have them.

Front

What is the role of ribosomes in a cell?

Back

To synthesize proteins.

Front

What is osmosis?

Back

The movement of water molecules across a semipermeable membrane from an area of low solute concentration to an area of high solute concentration.