Cell Structure and Function Review

Front

Which organelle breaks down and recycles worn-out cell parts?

Back

Lysosome

Front

What does passive transport require?

Back

No energy

Front

If a cell is placed in a HYPOTONIC solution, water will move _________ of the cell, causing it to ___________.

Back

Into, swell

Front

What does the cell membrane do?

Back

Controls what enters & exits a cell

Front

What does prokaryote mean?

Back

Before Nucleus

Front

What is the function of the nucleus in a cell?

Back

Contains the cell's DNA and controls cellular activities.

Front

What is osmosis?

Back

The movement of water across a selectively permeable membrane.

Front

What is the difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?

Back

Prokaryotic cells lack a nucleus; eukaryotic cells have a nucleus.

Front

What is the role of mitochondria in a cell?

Back

Produces energy (ATP) through cellular respiration.

Front

What is the function of ribosomes?

Back

Synthesize proteins.