Exploring Cells: Plants and Animals

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

• To regulate the movement of water in and out of the cell.

• The main function of the cell wall in plant cells is to provide structural support and protection.

• To facilitate photosynthesis in plant cells.

• To store nutrients and waste products.

Which organelle is responsible for photosynthesis in plant cells?

• chloroplasts

• ribosomes

• nucleus

• mitochondria

What structure in plant cells helps maintain turgor pressure?

• Mitochondria

• Cell wall

• Chloroplast

• Vacuole

What is the jelly-like substance inside a cell called?

• ribosome

• cell membrane

• nucleus

• cytoplasm

Which part of the animal cell contains the genetic material?

• nucleus

• ribosomes

• mitochondria

• cell membrane

What is the function of the mitochondria in animal cells?

• To synthesize proteins

• To store genetic information

• To regulate cell division

• The function of mitochondria in animal cells is to produce energy in the form of ATP.

Which organelle is known as the powerhouse of the cell?

• Chloroplast

• Ribosome

• Mitochondria

• Nucleus

What is the role of the endoplasmic reticulum in a cell?

• The endoplasmic reticulum synthesizes proteins and lipids.

• The endoplasmic reticulum generates energy for the cell.

• The endoplasmic reticulum is responsible for cell division.

• The endoplasmic reticulum stores genetic material.

What structure controls the movement of substances in and out of the cell?

• Cytoplasm

• Ribosome

• Nucleus

• Cell membrane

What is the function of ribosomes in both plant and animal cells?

• Ribosomes synthesize proteins by translating mRNA.

• Ribosomes produce energy for the cell.

• Ribosomes are responsible for cell division.

• Ribosomes store genetic information in cells.