Cell Structures and Function

1. What is the function of a cell wall?

• 1. to prevent water from passing through it

• 1. to protect and support the cell

• 1. to perform different functions in each cell

• 1. to prevent oxygen from entering the cell

 The cell structures that break down nutrient molecules and old cell parts are known 

      as _____________________.

• chloroplast

• 1. Lysosomes

• 1. nucleus

• 1. nuclear membrane

  Which organelle is the control center of a cell? 

• 1. ribosome

• 1. chloroplast

• nucleus

• 1. mitochondrion

Cells are the smallest unit of life.

• True

• False

The cell structures that break down food to produce energy are the ________________.

• 1. mitochondria

  
  

• 1. chloroplasts

• 1. ribosomes

• nucleus

Which answer is NOT true about Eukaryotic and Prokaryotic Cells?

• 1. Both have cytoplasm

• 1. Both are made up of only unicellular cells.

• 1. Prokaryotic cells are made up of bacteria.

• 1. The Eukaryotic Cell has a nucleus, while the Prokaryotic Cell does not have a nucleus.

What is the main function of chloroplast in a plant cell? 

• 1. They protect cells from surrounding environment

• 1. They store water and food.

• 1. They produce proteins.

• 1. They perform photosynthesis.

What is the jelly like substance found in a cell is called?

• 1. cell membrane

• cytoplasm

• chloroplast

• 1. plasma

What does a plant cell have that an animal cell does not? 

• 1. Endoplasmic Reticulum

• 1. Cell Membrane

• 1. ribosomes

• chloroplast

Lysosomes are to damaged organelles, as garbage collectors are to ________________.

• 1. city hall

• 1. Garbage

• 1. cafeteria

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  1. ribosomes