Unit 1 Quiz

Which organelle is responsible for producing energy in the form of ATP in eukaryotic cells?

• Nucleus

• Mitochondria

• Ribosome

• Lysosome

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What is the primary function of the cell wall in plant cells?

• Protein synthesis

• Structural support and protection

• Energy production

• DNA replication

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Which of the following is a defining characteristic of eukaryotic cells?

• Lack of a nucleus

• Presence of membrane-bound organelles

• Circular DNA floating freely in the cytoplasm

• Absence of mitochondria

Which domain includes organisms that are prokaryotic and often live in extreme environments?

• Bacteria

• Eukarya

• Archaea

• Protista

Which of the following is NOT a factor that directly affects biodiversity in an ecosystem?

• Habitat destruction

• Pollution

• Cell wall composition

• Invasive species

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Which structure is found in both prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?

• Nucleus

• Ribosome

• Chloroplast

• Lysosome

Which organelle is responsible for packaging and modifying proteins in eukaryotic cells?

• Golgi apparatus

• Mitochondria

• Nucleus

• Vacuole

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Which of the following best describes the genetic material in bacteria?

• Linear chromosomes in a nucleus

• Circular DNA in the cytoplasm

• DNA in mitochondria

• DNA in chloroplasts

Which organelle is responsible for photosynthesis in plant cells?

• Mitochondria

• Chloroplast

• Lysosome

• Ribosome

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Which of the following is a unique feature of archaea compared to bacteria?

• Presence of peptidoglycan in cell walls

• Ability to survive in extreme environments

• Presence of a nucleus

• Use of chlorophyll for photosynthesis

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