Cell Structure & Function

Which words would best identify the structures labeled with the "?"

• chloroplast and cytoplasm

• chloroplast and cell wall

• cell wall and cytoplasm

• chloroplast and cilia

Which structure is the mitochondrion?

• W

• X

• Y

• Z

Which number corresponds to the structure which functions as the control center of the cell?

• structure 1

• structure 2

• structure 3

• structure 4

What is the function of the organelle labeled V?

• photosynthesis

• reproduction

• respiration

• storage

What is the function of the cell structure labeled 6?

• It controls all cell functions.

• It fills the cell with a gel-like fluid.

• It limits what enters and exits the cell.

• It provides storage spaces in the cell.

Plant cells are capable of making their own food by photosynthesis. What specialized organelle do they have for capturing the energy from sunlight?

• cell membrane

• cell wall

• chloroplast

• mitochondrion

What will happen immediately if the cell membrane fails to function properly in a cell?

• The cell will have difficulty moving materials into and out of the cell.

• The cell will not be able to control all the activities occurring inside the cell.

• The cell will not be able to produce enough energy for cellular processes.

• The cell's organelles will no longer be surrounded by a gel-like fluid.

What is the principle role of the mitochondria in cells?

• to eliminate wastes

• to produce energy

• to provide support

• to fight disease

Which Venn diagram accurately depicts the similarities and differences between plant and animal cells?

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Dan made a table to compare the characteristics found in four different types of cells by placing an X in the table if the cell feature is present.

Which cell represents a typical animal cell?

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 4