BJU Science 6 Chapter 4 Quiz

What is the function of the cell membrane?

• Regulates what enters and leaves the cell, provides protection and support, and allows for cell communication

• Provides energy for the cell

• Helps the cell move and divide

• Stores genetic information

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Name the organelle responsible for producing energy in the cell.

• ribosomes

• nucleus

• mitochondria

• endoplasmic reticulum

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What is the function of the nucleus in a cell?

• Stores water and nutrients for the cell

• Produces energy for the cell

• Regulates the movement of materials in and out of the cell

• Control center of the cell and contains DNA

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Explain the difference between plant and animal cells.

• Plant cells have a nucleus, while animal cells do not.

• Animal cells have a cell wall, while plant cells do not.

• Plant cells have a cell wall and chloroplasts, while animal cells do not. Animal cells have centrioles, while plant cells do not.

• Plant cells have mitochondria, while animal cells do not.

What are the main components of a cell's cytoplasm?

• Nucleus, ribosomes, and Golgi apparatus

• Mitochondria, endoplasmic reticulum, and lysosomes

• Cytosol, organelles, and inclusions

• Cell membrane, cell wall, and vacuole

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What is the process of grouping things based on their similarities and differences called?

• segregation

• classification

• organization

• categorization

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Name the five kingdoms of living things.

• Mammalia, Reptilia, Aves, Amphibia, Pisces

• Animalia, Plantae, Fungi, Protista, and Monera

• Invertebrates, Vertebrates, Arthropods, Mollusks, Cnidarians

• Bacteria, Archaea, Eukarya, Virus, Algae

Explain the difference between vertebrates and invertebrates.

• Vertebrates are cold-blooded, while invertebrates are warm-blooded.

• Vertebrates have no backbone, while invertebrates have a spinal column.

• Vertebrates have a backbone or spinal column, while invertebrates do not.

• Vertebrates are always small, while invertebrates are always large.

What are the characteristics of mammals?

• Mammals give birth to eggs and have gills

• Mammals are cold-blooded and have feathers

• Mammals have hair or fur, are warm-blooded, give birth to live young, and produce milk to feed their young.

• Mammals have scales and lay eggs

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What is the function of mitochondria in a cell?

• Regulates the movement of materials in and out of the cell

• Produces energy for the cell

• Stores water and nutrients for the cell

• Control center of the cell and contains DNA

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