Biologia 10 Flashcards
(26 cards)
What is the basic unit of life?
Cell
True or False: All living organisms are made up of cells.
True
Fill in the blank: The process by which plants convert sunlight into energy is called __________.
Photosynthesis
What organelle is known as the powerhouse of the cell?
Mitochondria
What is the function of ribosomes?
Protein synthesis
Which process involves the division of a cell’s nucleus?
Mitosis
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a part of the cell theory? A) All living things are composed of cells. B) Cells are the basic unit of life. C) Cells arise from non-living matter. D) All cells come from pre-existing cells.
C) Cells arise from non-living matter.
What is the primary function of the cell membrane?
To protect the cell and regulate what enters and exits.
True or False: DNA is located in the nucleus of eukaryotic cells.
True
What is the name of the process by which cells generate energy in the absence of oxygen?
Anaerobic respiration
Fill in the blank: The genetic material of an organism is called __________.
DNA
What is the role of enzymes in biological reactions?
To speed up the reactions
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a function of the endoplasmic reticulum? A) Energy production B) Lipid synthesis C) Protein packaging D) All of the above
D) All of the above
What type of bond holds the two strands of DNA together?
Hydrogen bonds
True or False: Prokaryotic cells do not have a nucleus.
True
What is the process of converting mRNA into a protein called?
Translation
Fill in the blank: __________ are the structures that carry out specific functions within a cell.
Organelles
What is the primary component of the cell wall in plants?
Cellulose
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a type of RNA? A) mRNA B) tRNA C) rRNA D) All of the above
D) All of the above
What is the role of chloroplasts in plant cells?
To conduct photosynthesis
True or False: The Golgi apparatus is involved in modifying and packaging proteins.
True
What is the difference between mitosis and meiosis?
Mitosis produces two identical daughter cells, while meiosis produces four genetically diverse gametes.
Fill in the blank: The __________ is the semi-permeable membrane surrounding the cell.
Cell membrane
What is the function of lysosomes?
To break down waste materials and cellular debris.