Cell Structure and Function: Interactive Learning Quizzes

Question 1

Which of the following is NOT a function of the cell membrane?

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Synthesizing proteins

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Regulating the movement of materials into and out of the cell

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Providing structural support and protection

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Facilitating cell-to-cell communication

Question 2

Which organelle is responsible for making proteins?

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Ribosomes

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Mitochondria

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Golgi apparatus

Question 3

During which stage of mitosis do sister chromatids separate?

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Anaphase

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Prophase

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Metaphase

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Telophase

Question 4

Which of the following does NOT influence cell differentiation?

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Cell division

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Genetic factors

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Environmental factors

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Cell-cell communication

Question 5

Which of the following components is NOT found in the cell membrane?

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Carbohydrates

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Phospholipids

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Cholesterol

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Proteins

Question 6

In eukaryotic cells, where does protein synthesis occur?

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Ribosome

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Nucleus

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Golgi apparatus

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Mitochondria

Question 7

Which organelle is crucial for cellular respiration?

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Mitochondria

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Chloroplast

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Lysosome

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Endoplasmic reticulum

Question 8

What is the process by which cells divide into two identical daughter cells called?

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Mitosis

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Meiosis

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Binary fission

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Cytokinesis

Question 9

Which characteristic distinguishes eukaryotic cells?

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Presense of a nucleus

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Absence of membrane-bound organelles

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Smaller size than prokaryotic cells

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Lack of DNA

Question 10

What is the name of the fluid-filled interior of a cell?

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Cytoplasm

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Nucleoplasm

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Vacuole

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Lysosome

Question 11

Which of the following functions is associated with the Golgi apparatus?

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Modifying and packaging proteins

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Synthesizing lipids

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Producing ribosomes

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Performing cellular respiration

Question 12

What is the process by which cells increase in size referred to as?

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Cell growth

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Cell division

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Cell differentiation

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Cell senescence

Question 13

What structure separates the nucleus from the cytoplasm?

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Nuclear envelope

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Plasma membrane

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Cell wall

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Golgi apparatus

Question 14

Which of the following is NOT a component of the cell membrane?

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Starch

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Phospholipids

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Cholesterol

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Proteins

Question 15

Which of the following is **not** a component of the cell membrane?

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Carbohydrates

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Phospholipids

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Proteins

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Cholesterol

Question 16

What is the primary function of the nucleus in eukaryotic cells?

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Contains the cell's genetic material

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Protein synthesis

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Regulates cell division

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Synthesizes lipids

Question 17

Which organelle is responsible for the majority of cellular respiration?

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Mitochondria

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Ribosomes

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Golgi apparatus

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Endoplasmic reticulum

Question 18

Which process results in the division of a cell into two identical daughter cells?

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Mitosis

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Meiosis

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Binary fission

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Budding

Question 19

Which characteristic distinguishes prokaryotic cells from eukaryotic cells?

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Lack of a nucleus

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Presence of membrane-bound organelles

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Cell wall made of cellulose

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Undergo mitosis

Question 20

What is the primary role of the Golgi apparatus in eukaryotic cells?

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Modification and packaging of proteins

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Protein synthesis

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Lipid synthesis

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Cellular respiration

Question 21

What is the name of the gel-like substance that fills the interior of the cell?

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Cytosol

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Mitochondrial matrix

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Nucleoplasm

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Vacuole

Question 22

Which type of cell junction allows direct communication between adjacent cells?

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Gap junction

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Tight junction

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Desmosome

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Plasmodesma

Question 23

Which of the following structures is responsible for regulating the entry and exit of materials into and out of the cell?

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Cell membrane

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Nucleus

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Cytoplasm

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Golgi apparatus

Question 24

What is the name given to the gel-like substance that fills the cell and contains organelles?

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Cytoplasm

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Nucleoplasm

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Endoplasmic reticulum

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Mitochondrial matrix

Question 25

Which of the following organelles is responsible for synthesizing proteins?

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Ribosomes

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Lysosomes

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Mitochondria

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Golgi apparatus

Question 26

The process by which a cell divides into two identical daughter cells is known as:

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Mitosis

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Meiosis

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Binary fission

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Budding

Question 27

Which type of cell division results in the production of gametes?

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Meiosis

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Mitosis

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Binary fission

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Budding

Question 28

The nucleus of a cell primarily functions to:

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Store genetic information (DNA)

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Synthesize proteins

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Produce energy

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Transport materials

Question 29

Which organelle is responsible for generating most of the cell's energy?

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Mitochondria

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Chloroplasts

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Ribosomes

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Lysosomes

Question 30

Which of the following is a key characteristic of eukaryotic cells?

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Membrane-bound organelles

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Lack of a nucleus

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Prokaryotic cytoplasm

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Single-stranded DNA

Question 31

What is the primary function of the Golgi apparatus?

Accepted Answer

Modify and package proteins

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Synthesize proteins

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Produce ribosomes

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Store genetic material

Question 32

Which of the following is a primary function of the cell membrane?

Accepted Answer

Regulates the passage of substances into and out of the cell

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Contains the cell's DNA

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Directs the cell's activities

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Provides energy for cell processes

Question 33

Which organelle is responsible for protein synthesis?

Accepted Answer

Ribosomes

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Mitochondria

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Golgi apparatus

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Endoplasmic reticulum

Question 34

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of prokaryotic cells?

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Contain organelles

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Lack a nucleus

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Possess a cell membrane

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Are generally smaller than eukaryotic cells

Question 35

Which phase of the cell cycle is characterized by DNA replication?

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Interphase

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Prophase

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Metaphase

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Telophase

Question 36

Which of the following is a function of the Golgi apparatus?

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Modifies and packages proteins

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Breaks down cellular waste

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Produces ribosomes

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Synthesizes lipids

Question 37

Which part of the cell is responsible for glycolysis?

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Cytoplasm

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Mitochondria

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Nucleus

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Ribosomes

Question 38

Which type of microscopy uses a beam of electrons to create an image?

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Electron microscopy

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Light microscopy

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Fluorescence microscopy

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Confocal microscopy

Question 39

Which of the following is a mechanism of passive transport?

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Diffusion

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Active transport

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Endocytosis

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Exocytosis

Question 40

Which organelle is responsible for cellular respiration?

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Mitochondria

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Ribosomes

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Golgi apparatus

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Endoplasmic reticulum

Question 41

Which of the following is NOT a component of the plasma membrane?

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Ribosomes

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Phospholipids

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Cholesterol

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Glycoproteins

Question 42

What is the primary function of the nucleus?

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Storage and expression of genetic material

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Protein synthesis

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Generation of ATP

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Lipid metabolism

Question 43

Which organelle is responsible for protein synthesis?

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Ribosomes

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Mitochondria

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Golgi apparatus

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Endoplasmic reticulum

Question 44

What is the primary function of the Golgi apparatus?

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Protein modification and secretion

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Lipid synthesis

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ATP production

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Ribosome assembly

Question 45

Where does cellular respiration take place?

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Mitochondria

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Cytoplasm

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Nucleus

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Endoplasmic reticulum

Question 46

Which of the following is NOT a type of passive transport?

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Active transport

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Diffusion

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Osmosis

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Facilitated diffusion

Question 47

How does the cytoskeleton contribute to cell shape?

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Provides structural support and maintains cell shape

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Facilitates cellular movement

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Regulates cell division

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Assists in cell signaling

Question 48

Which organelle is responsible for cellular respiration and is often referred to as the 'powerhouse of the cell'?

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Mitochondria

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Ribosomes

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Endoplasmic reticulum

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Golgi apparatus

Question 49

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a eukaryotic cell?

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Cell wall

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Mitochondria

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Nucleus

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Ribosomes

Question 50

What is the primary function of the cell membrane?

Accepted Answer

Regulates the flow of substances into and out of the cell

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Stores genetic material

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Generates energy

Question 51

Which organelle is responsible for protein synthesis?

Accepted Answer

Ribosome

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Mitochondria

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Golgi apparatus

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Lysosome

Question 52

What type of cell division results in two genetically identical daughter cells?

Accepted Answer

Mitosis

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Meiosis

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Binary fission

Question 53

Which of the following is NOT a stage of mitosis?

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Anaphase II

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Metaphase

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Telophase

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Prophase

Question 54

What is the role of the nucleus in a cell?

Accepted Answer

Controls cell activities and contains genetic information

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Generates energy

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Synthesizes proteins

Question 55

Which of the following is a passive transport mechanism?

Accepted Answer

Diffusion

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Exocytosis

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Endocytosis

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Active transport

Question 56

What is the function of the Golgi apparatus?

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Processes, modifies, and packages proteins

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Produces ribosomes

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Degrades waste products

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Synthesizes lipids

Question 57

Which of the following is a characteristic of stem cells?

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Can differentiate into various cell types

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Highly specialized

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Short lifespan

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Cannot divide

Question 58

What is the name of the process by which cells use oxygen to break down glucose?

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Cellular respiration

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Glycolysis

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Fermentation

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Photosynthesis