RUSH DAY 1: Cell Structure, Transport & Theory

Students created note cards comparing characteristics of eukaryotic and prokaryotic cells. Which set of note cards most accurately compares these cells?

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The diagram below shows a cell. Where would this cell most likely be found?

• bark

• frog

• leaf

• mushroom

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A diagram of a plant cell is shown below. Which number identifies the organelle that functions to store water and dissolved salts?

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 4

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The illustrations below represent two different cells. Which of the following statements best identifies these two cells?

• Cell X is a prokaryotic cell and cell Y is a eukaryotic cell.

• Cell X is an archae cell and cell Y is an eubacterial cell.

• Cell X is a red blood cell and cell Y is a muscle cell.

• Cell X is a plant cell and cell Y is an animal cell.

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A diagram of a cell is shown below. Which of the following is a function performed by the cell part labeled X?

• generating ATP

• synthesizing polypeptides

• storing genetic information

• breaking down unneeded materials

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Some students used vinegar to dissolve away the shells of three eggs and used these eggs as models of human red blood cells. The students observed the changes in the eggs when they were placed in different solutions. Which statement best describes the role of the cell membrane in this model?

• The cell membrane is an impermeable barrier that prevents water from entering the cell.

• The cell membrane allows solutes to enter the cell, which causes the cell to shrink.

• The cell membrane allows water to enter and leave the cell.

• The cell membrane removes solutes from the environment.

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A potato core was placed in a beaker of water as shown in the figure above. Which diagram best represents the net movement of molecules?

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Use the diagram to answer the question. Which arrow indicates the location of the cell membrane?

• arrow A

• arrow B

• arrow C

• arrow D

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Use the information and diagram below to answer the following question(s).

Animal cells contain an organelle that helps release energy. A diagram of this organelle is shown below. What is the organelle described?

• chloroplast

• mitochondrion

• nucleus

• ribosome

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Which of the cells characterized in the chart below is a prokaryotic cell?

• Cell A

• Cell B

• Cell C

• Cell D

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