Exploring Cell Structure

What is the basic unit of life?

• Organism

• Cell

• Atom

• Tissue

What organelle is known as the powerhouse of the cell?

• Nucleus

• Chloroplast

• Mitochondria

• Ribosome

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

• Cell membrane

• Cytoplasm

• Ribosome

• Nucleus

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

• nucleus

• ribosome

• cell membrane

• cytoplasm

Which organelle is responsible for protein synthesis?

• Mitochondria

• Lysosome

• Ribosome

• Golgi apparatus

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

• The cell wall functions to provide structural support and protection to plant cells.

• The cell wall regulates water intake in plant cells.

• The cell wall is responsible for photosynthesis in plant cells.

• The cell wall allows for nutrient absorption in plant cells.

What is the role of ribosomes in a cell?

• Ribosomes synthesize proteins in a cell.

• Ribosomes generate energy for cellular processes.

• Ribosomes store genetic information in a cell.

• Ribosomes transport nutrients across the cell membrane.

Which part of the cell contains genetic material?

• Nucleus

• Mitochondria

• Ribosomes

• Endoplasmic Reticulum

What is the difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?

• Prokaryotic cells have membrane-bound organelles; eukaryotic cells do not.

• Prokaryotic cells do not have a nucleus; eukaryotic cells do.

• Prokaryotic cells reproduce sexually; eukaryotic cells reproduce asexually.

• Eukaryotic cells are always smaller than prokaryotic cells.

What organelle is involved in the modification and packaging of proteins?

• Ribosome

• Endoplasmic reticulum

• Lysosome

• Golgi apparatus