Cell Structure and Function

Front

What organelles are responsible for photosynthesis and contain chlorophyll?

Back

Chloroplasts

Front

Which cell type has 'free floating' DNA in the cytoplasm?

Back

Prokaryotic

Front

What type of transport requires ATP to move molecules across a membrane?

Back

Active Transport

Front

How do cells move molecules against the concentration gradient?

Back

Active transport using ATP

Front

What is the process called when solutes move against the concentration gradient?

Back

Active Transport

Front

What is the primary function of the cell membrane?

Back

To regulate what enters and exits the cell.

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 passive transport?

Back

The movement of molecules across a cell membrane without the use of energy.

Front

What is osmosis?

Back

The diffusion of water across a selectively permeable membrane.

Front

What role do ribosomes play in the cell?

Back

Ribosomes are responsible for protein synthesis.