L1.9 Under the Microscope- Comparing Plant and Animal Cells

What is the primary function of the nucleus in both plant and animal cells?

• It produces energy for the cell.

• It controls cell functions and stores genetic information.

• It allows the cell to absorb sunlight.

• It provides structural support to the cell.

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Which organelle is responsible for photosynthesis in plant cells?

• Mitochondria

• Nucleus

• Chloroplast

• Cytoplasm

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What structure do plant cells have that animal cells lack, providing extra support?

• Cell membrane

• Cytoplasm

• Cell wall

• Mitochondria

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What organelle is known as the “powerhouse” of the cell because it releases energy?

• Chloroplast

• Mitochondria

• Vacuole

• Nucleus

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Why don’t animal cells have chloroplasts?

• They already have mitochondria to make food.

• They get their energy by consuming food instead of making it.

• Their cell walls block sunlight.

• They have larger vacuoles instead.

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What is the function of the large central vacuole in plant cells?

• It produces food for the plant.

• It stores water and nutrients and maintains pressure in the cell.

• It breaks down food molecules for energy.

• It allows materials to enter and exit the cell.

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What do all eukaryotic cells (both plant and animal) have in common?

• Cell wall and mitochondria

• Cytoplasm, nucleus, and mitochondria

• Chloroplasts and vacuoles

• Cell membrane and chloroplasts

What would happen if a plant cell did not have chloroplasts?

• It would not be able to produce energy from sunlight.

• It would not be able to absorb water.

• It would not have a nucleus.

• It would not be able to store nutrients.

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What is the main difference between the shape of plant and animal cells?

• Plant cells are usually round, while animal cells are rectangular.

• Animal cells are rigid, while plant cells are flexible.

• Plant cells are rigid due to the cell wall, while animal cells have a flexible shape.

• Animal cells are much larger than plant cells.

Why is Chara a useful plant to observe under a microscope?

• It shows both plant and animal cell characteristics.

• Its chloroplasts are clearly visible, showing how plants capture sunlight.

• It lacks mitochondria, making it different from other plants.

• It has no cell wall, making it easier to see inside the cell.

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