M1 Cells Part 1

What are cells considered in living organisms?

• The smallest organs

• The building blocks of life

• Tiny factories that produce waste

• Only found in plants and animals

Which of the following is NOT a function of cells mentioned in the video?

• Making energy from food and oxygen

• Helping the body grow

• Protecting against germs

• Controlling thoughts and emotions

What is the primary role of the nucleus within a cell?

• It packages and ships proteins.

• It breaks down waste.

• It acts as the cell's brain, holding DNA and giving instructions.

• It provides energy for the cell.

What is the main function of mitochondria in a cell?

• To hold the cell together like a fence.

• To assemble proteins.

• To provide energy for the cell's activities.

• To transport materials around the cell.

What is the role of lysosomes within a cell?

• They are responsible for cell division.

• They act as the cell's clean-up crew, breaking down waste and recycling old parts.

• They help make and move proteins.

• They store genetic information.