Cells

All living things are made up of...

• cells

• cell tissues

• organ

• organ systems

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NGSS.MS-LS1-1

What is the basic structural and functional unit of all living things? 

• atom

• cell

• molecule

• human

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NGSS.MS-LS1-1

NGSS.MS-LS1-2

Often called the powerhouse of the cell because it converts energy for cell use.

• Mitochondria

• Ribosomes

• Chloroplast

• LCV

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NGSS.MS-LS1-2

This part gives plant cells a rigid structure.

• Cell wall

• Organelle

• Chloroplast

• Cytoplasm

Identify the organelle that is responsible for breaking down waste materials and cellular debris.

• Lysosome

• Golgi apparatus

• Endoplasmic reticulum

• Vacuole

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Which of the following statements about chloroplasts is true?

• Chloroplasts are found in both plant and animal cells.

• Chloroplasts are responsible for cellular respiration.

• Chloroplasts convert sunlight into chemical energy through photosynthesis.

• Chloroplasts store genetic information.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

What is the main function of the nucleus in a cell?

• To produce energy

• To control cell activities and store genetic information

• To synthesize proteins

• To transport materials

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DOK Level 1: Recall

What is the primary function of the chloroplasts found in plant cells?

• To store nutrients

• To produce energy through photosynthesis

• To break down waste products

• To protect the cell from external harm

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Which organelle is known as the powerhouse of the cell?

• Nucleus

• Mitochondria

• Ribosome

• Golgi apparatus

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NGSS.MS-LS1-2

The organelle that acts like the brain or boss. It stores genetic material and controls all cell activities is called:

• cell membrane

• chloroplast

• nucleus

• cytoplasm

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