Cell Organelles

Which type of cell lacks a nucleus?

• eukaryotic

• prokaryotic

• animal

• plant

This organelle is a rigid outer layer that protects plant cells and gives them a rigid structure.

• Cell Membrane
• Cell Wall
• Nucleus
• Chloroplast 

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The brain or "control center" of the cell. 

• Mitochondria
• Cell Membrane
• Cytoplasm
• Nucleus

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NGSS.MS-LS1-2

The "power plant" of the cell that produces energy in the form of ATP. 

• Mitochondria
• Cytoplasm
• Endoplasmic Reticulum

• Lysosome

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NGSS.MS-LS1-2

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Which organelle serves as a barrier that controls what enters and leaves the cell?

• Cell Membrane
• Nucleus
• Mitochondria

• Ribosome

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Where in the cell do we find DNA (genetic material)?

• cell membrane

• golgi apparatus

• nucleus

• ribosome

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What is the function of a chloroplast?

• makes proteins for animal cells

• allows materials in and out of the cell

• provides structure and support in plant cells

• absorbs sunlight for photosynthesis

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What is found in both plant and animal cells but is much larger in plant cells?

• Nucleus
• Mitochondrion
• Chloroplast
• Vacuole

The _____________ is a gel-like fluid that fills plant and animal cells. It holds the organelles in place and gives each cell its shape.

• Cytoplasm

• Cell Membrane

• Cell Wall

• Chloroplast

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NGSS.MS-LS1-2

Which organelle is responsible for breaking down and recycling waste products?

• cytoplasm
• lysosomes
• mitochondria
• vacuoles