IGCSE Biology Quiz: Cell Structure

What separates cells from their surrounding environment?

• Cell wall

• Cytoplasm

• Cell membrane

• Nucleus

Which organelle is the site of aerobic respiration?

• Ribosome

• Nucleus

• Mitochondria

• Chloroplast

What structure is found in plant cells but not in animal cells?

• Cell membrane

• Mitochondria

• Ribosomes

• Cell wall

Which type of microscope is needed to view ribosomes?

• Light microscope

• Electron microscope

• Fluorescent microscope

• Dissection microscope

What is the function of chloroplasts?

• Respiration

• Cell division

• Photosynthesis

• Protein synthesis

What is the main function of the nucleus?

• Genetic material storage

• Energy production

• Cell shape maintenance

• Photosynthesis

What is a characteristic of red blood cells?

• Have chloroplasts

• Biconcave shape

• Contain a nucleus

• Transport carbon dioxide

What do ciliated cells do?

• Transport oxygen

• Absorb water

• Conduct impulses

• Move mucus

What is the role of adult stem cells?

• Form all tissues

• Perform photosynthesis

• Replace damaged cells

• Conduct impulses

What is the main purpose of cell differentiation?

• To allow cells to perform specific functions

• To produce energy

• To increase cell size

• To absorb nutrients