Cell Biology

Front

What is the basic unit of life?

Back

Cell

Front

What is the major function of ribosomes?

Back

Synthesize protein

Front

Which organelle is directly involved in the transportation of materials inside the cell?

Back

Vesicle

Front

What organelle is filled with enzymes that break down waste in the cell?

Back

Lysosomes

Front

Which organism has both a cell membrane and a cell wall?

Back

Maple tree

Front

What is the function of the cell membrane?

Back

To protect the cell and control what enters and exits.

Front

What is the role of mitochondria in a cell?

Back

To produce energy through cellular respiration.

Front

What is the function of chloroplasts?

Back

To conduct photosynthesis in plant cells.

Front

What is the difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?

Back

Prokaryotic cells lack a nucleus; eukaryotic cells have a nucleus.

Front

What is the function of the Golgi apparatus?

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To modify, sort, and package proteins and lipids.