Cells and Microorganisms Review

Front

What are the basic building blocks of all living organisms?

Back

Cells

Front

What type of microorganism is used to make yogurt and cheese?

Back

Bacteria

Front

Which part of the cell is known as the control center?

Back

Nucleus

Front

What beneficial role do fungi play in medicine?

Back

They are a source of antibiotics.

Front

The nucleus of a cell is often compared to which part of the human body?

Back

Brain

Front

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

Back

It provides structure and protection.

Front

What are microorganisms that can cause disease called?

Back

Pathogens

Front

What is the process by which bacteria reproduce?

Back

Binary fission.

Front

What is the main difference between plant and animal cells?

Back

Plant cells have a cell wall and chloroplasts; animal cells do not.

Front

What do we call organisms that can make their own food using sunlight?

Back

Autotrophs.