Understanding Cell Structure and Function

What is the primary function of the mitochondria in a cell?

• Photosynthesis

• Energy production

• Protein synthesis

• Lipid storage

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Which organelle is responsible for protein synthesis in the cell?

• Nucleus

• Ribosome

• Golgi apparatus

• Lysosome

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Which of the following cell organelles does not contain DNA?

• Nucleus

• Mitochondria

• Chloroplast

• Golgi apparatus

Which of the following statements is true about cell theory?

• All living things are made of multiple cells.

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

• Cells can spontaneously generate from non-living matter.

• All cells have a cell wall.

Which of the following statements is true about the cell wall?

• It is found in all types of cells.

• It is made of cellulose in plant cells.

• It is responsible for energy production.

• It contains the cell's genetic material.

What is the main difference between plant and animal cells?

• Plant cells have a cell wall, animal cells do not.

• Animal cells have chloroplasts, plant cells do not.

• Plant cells have mitochondria, animal cells do not.

• Animal cells have a large central vacuole, plant cells do not.

How do cells grow and reproduce?

• Through photosynthesis

• By cell division

• By osmosis

• Through fermentation

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What is the role of the nucleus in a cell?

• It produces energy for the cell.

• It stores the cell's genetic information.

• It synthesizes proteins.

• It transports materials within the cell.

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How do organelles help the cell function?

• They provide structural support.

• They perform specific tasks to maintain cell health.

• They store waste products.

• They prevent the cell from dividing.

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What are the different types of cells and how are they different?

• Prokaryotic cells have a nucleus, eukaryotic cells do not.

• Eukaryotic cells have membrane-bound organelles, prokaryotic cells do not.

• Prokaryotic cells are larger than eukaryotic cells.

• Eukaryotic cells lack ribosomes, prokaryotic cells have them.