Unit 2 Test: Cells

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What is a chloroplast?

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An organelle found in plant cells that is responsible for photosynthesis, converting sunlight into energy.

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Which type of cell contains chloroplasts?

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Plant Cell Only.

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What is the function of the smooth endoplasmic reticulum (smooth ER)?

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It synthesizes (makes) lipids and carbohydrates.

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What is the function of the rough endoplasmic reticulum (rough ER)?

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It is involved in the synthesis of proteins due to the presence of ribosomes on its surface.

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What is the role of mitochondria in cells?

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They are the powerhouse of the cell, generating ATP through cellular respiration.

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Which types of cells contain mitochondria?

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Both Animal and Plant Cells.

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What is a prokaryote?

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A single-celled organism that lacks a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles, such as bacteria.

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Give an example of a prokaryote.

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Bacteria.

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Who coined the term 'cells' in biology?

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Robert Hooke.

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What did Robert Hooke observe to name cells?

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He observed cork under a microscope, which reminded him of the small rooms where monks lived.