AP Bio 2.1-2.2

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements best explains why cell structure is important for cellular function?

• Cell structure determines how efficiently a cell can perform its functions.

• Cell structure is unrelated to cellular function.

• All cells have the same structure regardless of function.

• Cell structure only affects the appearance of the cell.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a feature shared by all cells?

• Presence of a plasma membrane

• Presence of a nucleus

• Presence of chloroplasts

• Presence of lysosomes

Fill in the Blank

The nucleus contains most of the cell’s ___ in a eukaryotic cell.

Multiple Choice

A ribosome can be best described as...

• a protein factory
• a trash collector
• the powerhouse of the cell
• the brain of the cell

Multiple Select

Which components are part of the endomembrane system in eukaryotic cells?

• Golgi complex

• Mitochondria

• Nuclear envelope

• Lysosomes

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a primary function of the smooth endoplasmic reticulum (Smooth ER)?

• Synthesizes lipids

• Produces proteins

• Packages materials for export

• Stores genetic information

Open Ended

Compare the roles of the endoplasmic reticulum and the Golgi apparatus.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following functions is performed by lysosomes?

• Hydrolyze macromolecules

• Synthesize ATP

• Store calcium

• Produce ribosomes

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about vacuoles and vesicles is correct?

• Vacuoles are larger than vesicles and can store nutrients and water.

• Vesicles are larger than vacuoles and maintain turgor pressure.

• Vacuoles are only found in animal cells.

• Vesicles are responsible for photosynthesis.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a structural component of chloroplasts?

• Cristae

• Thylakoids

• Stroma

• Double membrane

Open Ended

Compare the roles of mitochondria and chloroplasts in eukaryotic cells.

Multiple Select

Which of the following structures are found in both mitochondria and chloroplasts?

• DNA

• Cristae

• Thylakoids

• Ribosomes

Fill in the Blank

Smaller cells have a greater ___ ratio, making them more efficient in exchanging materials.

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Open Ended

Why are smaller cells generally more efficient at exchanging materials with their environment than larger cells?