Which structures are found in every living cell?

• cell membrane and cytoplasm
• chloroplasts and mitochondria
• a cell wall and nucleus
• chloroplasts and cell wall

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Which cell structure is found in plant and animals cells and controls what can come into or leave a cell?

• cell membrane

• cytoplasm

• nucleus

• vacuole

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What is the function of the cell nucleus found in both plant and animal cells?

• to produce energy

• to control cell activity

• to remove waste products

• to allow molecules to enter the cell

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What is one basic function of the vacuoles?

• circulating oxygen

• producing food

• controlling cell processes

• storing water

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Chloroplasts in plant cells allow the plant to perform a function that animal cells cannot do. What is the main function of the chloroplasts found in plant cells?

• to absorb light energy and manufacture food

• to remove waste materials by active transport

• to manufacture chemical energy from food

• to control the shape of the cell

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What is the function of a cell wall?

• to provide shape, protection and support for cell

• to perform different functions in each cell

• to prevent water from passing through it

• to prevent oxygen from entering the cell

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In what part of the plant cell does the process of photosynthesis take place?

• nucleus

• mitochondria

• chloroplasts

• vacuoles

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Which of the following is not part of the cell theory?

• cells must contain DNA 
• all living things are made from cells
• cells can only come from other cells
• cells are the basic unit of life

During this process, cells use O₂ and glucose to release energy. CO₂ is a waste product.

• Cellular Respiration

• Respiration

• Peristalsis

• Chemical Digestion

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What body system is for support, protection, and creates new blood cells?

• skeletal system

• muscular system

• circulatory system

• integumentary system