Cell Parts Vocabulary

What is the cytoplasm?

• The storage area

• The living "jelly-like" material inside a cell.

• The part that contains chlorophyll

• Where photosynthesis occurs

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What is the function of the nucleus in a cell?

• It produces energy for the cell.

• It controls the cell's activities.

• It assists in the digestion of food particles.

• It stores waste products.

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Which organ best describes the nucleus?

• Heart

• Lungs

• Skin

• Brain

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Which cell part is central to cell division?

• lysosome

• nucleus

• centriole

• mitochondria

Which organelle do we associate with Lysol cause it's involved with cleaning?

• centriole

• lysosome

• lytosol

• nucleus

Where is DNA found in a cell?

• In the mitochondria.

• In the cytoplasm.

• In the nucleus.

• In the ribosomes.

What shape are the structures called DNA?

• rectangular

• twisted ladder

• circular or spherical

• irregular

What is the primary function of chromosomes?

• Produce energy for the cell

• Carry the genetic code

• Protect the cell from viruses

• Break down nutrients

What is the function of ribosomes?

• Stores DNA.

• Makes proteins.

• Produces energy.

• Digests things

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What is the function of the nuclear membrane?

• It provides energy to the cell.

• It controls the substances that go in and out of the nucleus.

• It controls the substances that go in and out of the cell.

• It is responsible for cell movement.

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