Cell Structure and Transport Test Review

Which of the following statements is NOT part of the cell theory?

• The basic unit of life is the cell.

• Cells came from preexisting cells.

• All living organisms are composed of cells.

• Cells contain membrane-bound organelles.

Which cell organelle synthesizes or makes proteins?

• Nucleus

• Ribosomes

• Nucleolus

• Mitochondria

Which cell organelle contains the cell’s DNA and considered the control center of the cell?

• Nucleus

• Ribosomes

• Nucleolus

• Mitochondria

The __________ is found inside the nucleus and is responsible for making ribosomes.

• Nucleus

• Ribosomes

• Nucleolus

• Mitochondria

Organelles responsible for the process of photosynthesis are called _____. They convert solar energy into chemical energy.

• mitochondria

• chloroplast

• ribosomes

• cytoplasm

The organelle that is referred to as the powerhouse of the cell because it produces energy (ATP) for the cell is called the ______.

• Mitochondria

• Chloroplast

• Ribosome

• Cytoplasm

The ______ is a membrane-bound sac that is used for temporary storage for things such as water and food.

• Cell membrane

• Cytoplasm

• Cell wall

• Central vacuole

The ______ is a structure that is found only in plant cells. It helps to support, shape, and protect the plant cell.

• Cell membrane

• Cytoplasm

• Cell wall

• Central vacuole

The ________ protects the cell by determining what can go in and out of the cell.

• Cell membrane

• Cytoplasm

• Cell wall

• Central vacuole

What cellular structure is at label B?

• Nucleus

• Mitochondria

• Chloroplast

• Central vacuole