Topic 1. Cell Biology

What is the function of the nucleus in an animal cell?

• Controls what enters and leaves the cell

• Stores water and salts

• Controls cell activities

• Helps with photosynthesis

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

• Cytoplasm

• Cell wall

• Nucleus

• Mitochondrion

Which cell structure is responsible for energy release?

• Ribosome

• Nucleus

• Chloroplast

• Mitochondrion

Which part of a plant cell contains chlorophyll?

• Vacuole

• Nucleus

• Chloroplast

• Cytoplasm

Which function is correctly matched with its cell part?

• Ribosome – stores energy

• Cell membrane – makes proteins

• Mitochondria – releases energy

• Vacuole – controls the cell

What do we call a group of similar cells that work together?

• Organ

• Tissue

• Organ system

• Organism

Which of the following is not a cell organelle?

• Cell wall

• Cytoplasm

• Heart

• Nucleus

Which of the following is the correct order of organisation in living things?

• Cell → Tissue → Organ → Organ system

• Organ → Cell → Tissue → Organ system

• Organ system → Organ → Tissue → Cell

• Tissue → Organ system → Cell → Organ

What is the job of root hair cells?

• To perform photosynthesis

• To absorb water and minerals

• To support the plant

• To transport glucose

Which is a characteristic of red blood cells?

• Have chloroplasts

• Can divide rapidly

• Contain haemoglobin

• Fight infections