Flashcardizz Week #12

Front

What organelle in a single-celled organism functions similarly to the respiratory system of an elephant?

Back

Cell membrane

Front

What is the primary function of ribosomes in a cell?

Back

Protein synthesis

Front

What are biological catalysts that speed up chemical reactions in the body?

Back

Enzymes

Front

What color indicates the presence of starch in a cell when using an iodine indicator?

Back

Black

Front

What is the function of the cell membrane?

Back

Controls what goes in and out of the cell

Front

What is the role of mitochondria in a cell?

Back

Cellular respiration and energy production

Front

What is the function of vacuoles in plant cells?

Back

Storage of substances such as nutrients and waste products

Front

What is ATP and why is it important for cellular processes?

Back

ATP (Adenosine Triphosphate) is the energy currency of the cell, providing energy for various cellular functions.

Front

What is the difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?

Back

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

Front

What is diffusion and how does it relate to cellular processes?

Back

Diffusion is the movement of molecules from an area of higher concentration to an area of lower concentration, crucial for nutrient uptake and waste removal in cells.