Cell Biology Quiz

What is the basic structural unit of all living organisms?

• organ

• cell

• molecule

• atom

Which organelle is responsible for the production of energy in a cell?

• mitochondria

• nucleus

• ribosome

• endoplasmic reticulum

What is the function of the cell membrane?

• The function of the cell membrane is to store genetic information.

• The function of the cell membrane is to produce energy for the cell.

• The function of the cell membrane is to regulate the transport of molecules and ions into and out of the cell.

• The function of the cell membrane is to provide structural support to the cell.

What is the process by which cells break down glucose to produce energy?

• fermentation

• mitosis

• photosynthesis

• cellular respiration

Which organelle is responsible for protein synthesis in a cell?

• lysosome

• mitochondria

• ribosome

• nucleus

What is the function of the nucleus in a cell?

• Generate energy for the cell

• Store and protect DNA

• Control cell division

• Produce proteins

What is the process by which cells convert light energy into chemical energy?

• respiration

• mitosis

• photosynthesis

• osmosis

Which organelle is responsible for storing genetic information in a cell?

• mitochondria

• ribosome

• endoplasmic reticulum

• nucleus

What is the function of mitochondria in a cell?

• Store genetic information

• Facilitate cell division

• Produce oxygen through photosynthesis

• Produce energy through cellular respiration

What are the two main stages of cellular respiration?

• fermentation and anaerobic respiration

• photosynthesis and anaerobic respiration

• Krebs cycle and anaerobic respiration

• glycolysis and aerobic respiration