Cell Quiz

Which organelle is often called the "powerhouse" of the cell because it produces energy?

• Nucleus

• Ribosome

• Mitochondria

• Chloroplast

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What is the primary function of the cell membrane?

• To produce proteins

• To control what enters and leaves the cell

• To store genetic material

• To generate energy

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Match the following cell structures with their unique presence in plant or animal cells.

• Found in both plant and animal cells

• Mitochondria

• Unique to plant cells

• Chloroplast

• Found only in plant cells

• Nucleus

• Found in both plant and animal cells

• Cell wall

Ribosomes contribute to cell function by (a)  

• By controlling cell division
• By producing proteins
• By storing water
• By breaking down waste

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

• Energy production

• Protein synthesis

• Storing and protecting genetic material

• Photosynthesis

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Which organelle would you expect to find in greater numbers in cells that produce a lot of proteins?

• Chloroplasts

• Vacuoles

• Mitochondria

• Ribosomes

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The primary function of chloroplasts in plant cells is (a)  

• Water storage
• Protein production
• Photosynthesis
• Cell division

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8. How does the cytoplasm contribute to cellular function?

• It provides structural support and facilitates movement of materials within the cell.

• It stores genetic information and controls cellular activities.

• It is responsible for energy production and cellular respiration.

• It synthesizes proteins and lipids for cell membrane construction.

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Which statement best describes the function of vacuoles?

• They control all cellular activities

• They are responsible for protein synthesis

• They store water, nutrients, and waste products

• They produce energy for the cell

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How does the cell wall in plant cells differ from the cell membrane?

• The cell wall is more permeable than the cell membrane

• The cell wall provides structural support, while the cell membrane controls what enters and leaves

• The cell wall is found inside the cell, while the cell membrane is on the outside

• The cell wall is made of proteins, while the cell membrane is made of cellulose

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