Unit 3: Model Organisms and Cell Cultures Test - Biotech

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What is the primary component of the cell membrane?

Back

The cell membrane is primarily made of phospholipids and proteins.

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What environmental factor does NOT promote cell growth in a lab setting?

Back

Wind speed does not promote cell growth in a laboratory setting.

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Why do different types of cells, like stomach and skin cells, function differently?

Back

Different types of cells use different genes contained in the DNA.

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Which type of cell contains chloroplasts?

Back

Plant cells contain chloroplasts.

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What process results in the production of four daughter cells?

Back

Meiosis results in the production of four daughter cells.

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What are the two main types of cells?

Back

Prokaryotic cells and eukaryotic cells.

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What is the function of ribosomes in a cell?

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Ribosomes are responsible for protein synthesis.

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What is the role of the nucleus in a cell?

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The nucleus houses the cell's DNA and controls cellular activities.

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What is the difference between mitosis and meiosis?

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Mitosis results in two identical daughter cells, while meiosis results in four genetically diverse daughter cells.

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What is a stem cell?

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A stem cell is an undifferentiated cell that has the potential to develop into different cell types.