Cells and Body systems

According to cell theory, which of the following is NOT a principle of cell theory?

• All living things are composed of cells.

• Cells are the basic unit of structure and function in living things.

• New cells are produced from non-living matter.

• New cells are produced from existing cells.

Tags

NGSS.MS-LS1-1

What is the smallest living organism?

• A molecule

• A cell

• An atom

• A virus

Which of the following is NOT one of the six characteristics of living organisms?

• They reproduce.

• They are made of at least one cell.

• They can survive without using any resources.

• They maintain homeostasis.

What is a key difference between animal and plant cells?

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

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

• Animal cells can perform photosynthesis, while plant cells cannot.

• Plant cells are not composed of cells, while animal cells are.

Tags

NGSS.MS-LS1-6

NGSS.MS-LS4-2

What types of cells are there?

• Prokaryotic and eukaryotic

• Prekaryotic and postkaryotic

• Probiotic and antibiotic

• Monokaryotic and dikaryotic

Which of the following is NOT a function of the cell membrane?

• Controls what goes in and out of the cell

• Provides energy to the cell

• Maintains the shape of the cell

• Contains the cell contents

Tags

NGSS.MS-LS1-2

What is the primary function of chloroplasts in plant cells?

• To control what enters and leaves the cell

• To package and distribute proteins

• To conduct photosynthesis

• To provide structural support to the cell

Tags

NGSS.MS-LS1-6

NGSS.MS-LS2-3

Which of the following is NOT one of the 8 organ systems identified in the document?

• Digestive System

• Respiratory System

• Integumentary System

• Immune System

Which level of organization is directly above 'organ' in the hierarchy?

• Cell

• Tissue

• Organ System

• Organism

What type of tissue can be described as having the ability to contract and produce movement?

• Connective tissue

• Epithelial tissue

• Muscle tissue

• Nervous tissue