Cell Biology Quiz

Which part of the cell contains genetic material (DNA)?

• Mitochondrion

• Cytoplasm

• Nucleus

• Cell membrane

Which part of the cell controls movement into and out of the cell?

• Mitochondrion

• Cytoplasm

• Cell wall

• Cell membrane

What is the primary role of the cell wall?

• To conduct photosynthesis

• To provide support and protection

• To store energy

• To transport water

What are neurons also known as?

• Muscle cells

• Blood cells

• Nerve cells

• Skin cells

What ensures that signals in neurons don’t get crossed?

• Length

• Insulation

• Shape

• Color

What is the function of the cytoplasm?

• To store nutrients

• Where chemical reactions take place.

• To protect the cell

• To produce energy

What is the function of the green organelles in this image?

• To store water

• To absorb sunlight

• To transport nutrients

• To protect the cell

What is the purpose of the objective lens in a microscope?

• To illuminate the specimen

• To support the microscope

• To magnify the specimen

• To hold the eyepiece

What is the purpose of the eyepiece lens in a microscope?

• To provide light

• To magnify the image

• To hold the slide

• To adjust focus

Which part of the microscope provides illumination to the specimen?

• Eyepiece lens

• Stage

• Light source

• Arm