Typical cells and Cell theory

What is the smallest living unit in the body?

• Cell

• Tissue

• Organ

• Organism

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What does the Smooth Endoplasmic Reticulum (SER) lack?

• Ribosomes

• Mitochondria

• Lysosomes

• Nucleus

Which of the following is NOT a function of the Smooth Endoplasmic Reticulum (SER)?

• Synthesize phospholipids and cholesterol

• Synthesize steroid hormones

• Synthesize and store glycerides

• Produce ATP

List two functions of the Smooth Endoplasmic Reticulum (SER).

• Synthesize phospholipids and cholesterol Synthesize steroid hormones (Other correct answers: Synthesize and store glycerides, Synthesize and store glycogen)

• Protein synthesis and packaging DNA replication

• Cellular respiration ATP production

• Photosynthesis Cell wall formation

Which of the following is a function of the Rough Endoplasmic Reticulum (RER)?

• Synthesizes carbohydrates

• Modifies newly synthesized proteins

• Stores genetic material

• Produces energy

What is one of the main functions of the Golgi apparatus?

• Produces energy

• Renews or modifies plasma membrane

• Synthesizes DNA

• Breaks down toxins

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What is the main function of the Golgi apparatus in a cell?

• Energy production

• Packaging and distribution of proteins and lipids

• DNA replication

• Cell division

What is the main function of mitochondria in the cell?

• Store genetic information

• Produce energy (ATP) for cells

• Synthesize proteins

• Transport nutrients

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What is the main function of mitochondria in the cell?

• Store genetic information

• Produce energy (ATP) for cells

• Control cell division

• Synthesize proteins

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Cell differentiation is:

• the process by which cells become specialized for specific functions

• the process by which cells divide to form new cells

• the process by which cells lose their nucleus

• the process by which cells die

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