Unit 5 Cells Quiz

What is the main function of the ribosome?

• DNA replication

• Protein synthesis

• Lipid storage

• Carbohydrate breakdown

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What is the primary component of the cell membrane?

• Nucleic acids

• Proteins

• Phospholipids

• Carbohydrates

Which of the following best describes simple diffusion?

• Movement of water across a semipermeable membrane

• Movement of molecules from an area of low concentration to high concentration

• Movement of molecules from an area of high concentration to low concentration

• Movement of ions through a protein channel

Which of the following is a feature of cell specialization?

• All cells perform the same function.

• Cells have identical structures.

• Different cells perform different functions.

• Cells do not interact with each other.

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Which of the following structures is found in plant cells but not in animal cells? (Pick 2)

• Cell Wall

• Mitochondria

• Chloroplast

• Ribosome

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Which of the following is a characteristic of the cell membrane?

• It is rigid and inflexible.

• It is selectively permeable.

• It is composed entirely of proteins.

• It is impermeable to all substances.

Which of the following is NOT a component of the cell theory?

• Cells are the basic unit of life.

• All cells have a nucleus.

• All living organisms are composed of cells.

• All cells arise from pre-existing cells.

Sort the following statements based on if the statement is talking about prokaryotes or eukaryotes

Groups:

(a) Prokaryote

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(b) Eukaryote

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(c) Both

• Simple

• Evolved 1st

• Larger in size
• Contains DNA

• Complex structure
• Has a nucleus

• No Nucleus

• Smaller in size

• Membrane-bound organelles
• Ribosomes

Which of the following best describes the process of diffusion?

• Movement of molecules against a concentration gradient

• Movement of molecules down a concentration gradient

• Movement of water through a semipermeable membrane

• Movement of ions through a protein channel

Match the organelle with its function

• Genetic material storage

• Cytoplasm

• Complete Cellular Respiration

• Nucleus

• Photosynthesis

• Chloroplast

• Gel-like substance organelles float in

• Cell Membrane

• Controls what goes in & out of the cell

• Mitochondria

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