Biology: 1.1 Cell Theory & Compound Light Microscopes Flashcards
(18 cards)
What is the Cell Theory?
- All organisms are made of cells (1 or more)
- The cell is thebasic building block of slide (in structure and function)
- Every cell comes from another existing cell (cells divide to form new cells)
What is the basic unit of life?
Cell
True or False: All living organisms are made up of one or more cells.
True
What organelle is responsible for energy production in a cell?
Mitochondria
Which part of the cell contains the genetic material?
Nucleus
Multiple Choice: What is the function of ribosomes?
A) Energy production
B) Protein synthesis
C) Photosynthesis
B) Protein synthesis
True or False: DNA is composed of amino acids.
False
Fill in the blank: The theory that explains the origin of species is called __________.
Evolution
What are the two main types of cells?
Prokaryotic and Eukaryotic
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of living things? A) Growth B) Reproduction C) Inability to adapt
C) Inability to adapt
True or False: Enzymes are proteins that speed up chemical reactions.
True
What is the function of chloroplasts in plant cells?
Photosynthesis
Fill in the blank: The process by which cells divide to form new cells is called __________.
Cell division
What is the primary function of the cell membrane?
To protect the cell and control what enters and exits
Multiple Choice: Which molecule carries genetic information? A) RNA B) DNA C) Protein
B) DNA
What is homeostasis?
The maintenance of a stable internal environment in an organism
True or False: All viruses are considered living organisms.
False
What is the primary function of the skeletal system?
To provide structure and support to the body
