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WorksheetsParts of the cell
Total questions: 45
Worksheet time: 36mins
A structure within the cell that has a specific role is called a(n) (a) .
A microscopic single-celled organism that has neither a distinct nucleus with a membrane nor other specialized organelles is called a(n)
prokaryote
eukaryote
organism
protista
cell
An organism who's DNA is contained in chromosomes within a distinct nucleus is called a(n)
prokaryote
eukaryote
multicellular
ribosome
fungi
The semipermeable lipid bilayer surrounding the cytoplasm of a cell is called the cell or plasma (a) .
A rigid layer lying outside the cell membrane of the cells of plants, fungi, and bacteria is known as the cell (a) .
This is a thick jelly-like solution that fills each cell and is enclosed by the cell membrane.
chloroplast
ribosome
eukaryote
cytoplasm
cell wall
What is the organelle of the cell in which energy is generated?
chloroplast
mitochondria
ribosome
centriole
golgi apparatus
Which is the organelle that processes and packages materials or proteins?
Golgi apparatus
mitochondria
ribosomes
endoplasmic reticulum
cytoplasm
The organelle that is the site of lipid synthesis forming parts of the cell membrane and protein modification.
Golgi apparatus
ribosomes
cell membrane
endoplasmic reticulum
chloroplasts
Organelles in which proteins are made (protein synthesis) are known as (a) .
Photosynthesis takes place in the (a) .
Which is a small membrane-enclosed sac transporting proteins around a cell or out of a cell.
vesicle
vacuole
ribosome
endoplasmic reticulum
Golgi apparatus
This is a membrane-bound space within the cell used for storage. (large central structure exists in plants to hold water)
nucleus
cell membrane
vesicle
ribosome
vacuole
A cell structure that contains the genetic material (DNA) is known as the (a) .
The carrier of genetic information which is wound tightly into chromosomes is called
nucleolus
DNA
nucleus
RNA
mitochondria
Select the organelle of the cell that breaks down and recycles old molecules.
vesicles
flagella
endoplasmic reticulum
Golgi apparatus
lysosome
Tail-like structure that projects from the cell body of certain prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells; functions in helping the cell move.
cell membrane
cytoskeleton
flagella
cilia
cell wall
This is the framework of the cell that lends support and defines its shape.
cytoskeleton
cytoplasm
endoplasmic reticulum
flagella
vacuole
Select BOTH the organelles found in a plant cell, but not in an animal cell.
cell wall
cell membrane
vacuole
chloroplast
cytoskeleton
Select TWO facts about eukaryotic cells.
they do not have membrane bound organelles
they have a nucleoid region
they lack a true nucleus
they contain a true nucleus
the have membrane bound organelles
What is the function of mitochondria in a cell?
Energy generation
Protein synthesis
Cellular respiration
Cell division
Which structure is responsible for maintaining cell shape and providing support?
Cell membrane
Cell wall
Nucleus
Chloroplast
What is the function of vacuoles in plant cells?
Storage of water and nutrients
Protein synthesis
Cellular respiration
Cell division
The control center of the cell; contains DNA
mitochondria
nucleus
ribosomes
ER
Golgi Bodies
Controls what enters and exits the cell like a door
cell membrane
nuclear membrane
ER
Cell wall
vacuole
Captures energy from the sun to make food in a plant cell
lysosomes
vacuoles
Golgi bodies
ribosomes
Chloroplasts
Transports materials throughout the cell, like a winding road
Golgi Bodies
cell membrane
ER
ribosomes
cytoskeleton
Controls what enters and exits the nucleus
cell membrane
nucleus gate
Nuclear membrane
ER
Nuclear wall
The filling in the cell that takes up space between organelles
nucleus
cytoskeleton
gelatin
cytoplasm
cytochondria
Produces proteins for the cell
ribosomes
lysosomes
vacuoles
mitochondria
chloroplasts
Helps remove wastes and damaged cell parts
vacuoles
chloroplasts
ribosomes
mitochondria
lysosomes
Packages materials and sends them to other parts of the cell
ER
nucleus
Golgi bodies
ribosomes
chloroplasts
Which are found only in a plant cell?
cell wall
nuclear membrane
chloroplasts
large central vacuole
lysosomes
Which organelle is this?
mitochondria
ER
Golgi bodies
nucleus
cytoplasm
What type of cell is this? (check all that apply)
plant
animal
prokaryote
eukaryote
bacteria
What is the function of the nucleus? SELECT ALL that apply.
Store DNA
Control everything the cell does
Act as the cells "Brain"
Help the cell produce food
What is the function of the cytoplasm?
To provide structure and support for the cell
To allow the cell to move throughout the human body
To absorb light in a plant cell
To act as a jelly-like material to hold organelles in place
What is the chemical inside a chloroplast that traps light in order to perform photosynthesis?
Chromatin
Chromosome
Chlorophyll
Chitin
What organelle is called the "powerhouse" of a cell?
Endoplasmic Reticulum
Nucleus
Mitochondria
Nucleolus
What is the function of the mitochondria?
Structure that manufactures ribosomes
Structures that converts nutrients to energy
Stack of membranes that packages chemicals
Structure that contains DNA and directs the cell
Where does photosynthesis occur?
mitochondria
stomata
xylem
chloroplast
I make proteins for the cell. What am I?
ribosome
mitochondria
chloroplast
lysosome
What acts as a set of instructions inside the nucleolus?
nucleus
brain
ribosomes
