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Introduction to cells

Total questions: 6

Worksheet time: 3mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What is the smallest unit of structure and function in all living things?

a)

Organ

b)

Organ system

c)

Tissue

d)

Cell

2.

What are the two main types of cells?

a)

Prokaryote and eukaryote

b)

Prokaryote and plant

c)

Eukaryote and animal

d)

Unicellular and multicellular

3.

Which of the following are found in both prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?

a)

Cell membrane, cytoplasm, genetic material, and ribosomes

b)

Cell membrane, cell wall, and a nucleus

c)

A nucleus and membrane-bound organelles

d)

Cell membrane, genetic material, and golgi apparatus

4.

How are eukaryotes different from prokaryotes?

a)

Eukaryotes have a nucleus and membrane bound organelles

b)

Eukaryotes have genetic material

c)

Eukaryotes have ribosomes

d)

Eukaryotes have a cell membrane

5.

How are prokaryotes different from eukaryotes?

a)

Prokaryotes are smaller, less complex and do not have membrane bound organelles like a nucleus.

b)

Prokaryotes are bigger, and more complex.

c)

Prokaryotes have ribsomes and genetic material.

d)

Prokaryotes are smaller and less complex however they also do have a nucleus.

6.

Are cells alive?

a)

Yes cells exhibit characteristcs of life. For example they maintain homeostasis and respond to stimuli.

b)

No cells are not alive since they cannot move.

c)

No cells are not alive. For example they cannot maintain homeostasis and they cannot respond to stimuli.