Biology Flashcards
(38 cards)
What is the basic unit of life?
Cell
True or False: All living organisms are made up of cells.
True
What structures are found in plant cells but not in animal cells?
Chloroplasts and cell wall
Fill in the blank: The jelly-like substance inside a cell is called __________.
Cytoplasm
What is the function of the cell membrane?
It controls what enters and exits the cell.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a type of cell? A) Prokaryotic B) Eukaryotic C) Mitochondria D) Stem
C) Mitochondria
What organelle is responsible for producing energy in the cell?
Mitochondria
True or False: Ribosomes are involved in protein synthesis.
True
What is the role of the nucleus in a cell?
It contains the genetic material and controls cell activities.
Fill in the blank: The __________ is responsible for packaging and distributing proteins.
Golgi apparatus
Multiple Choice: Which organelle is known as the ‘powerhouse of the cell’? A) Nucleus B) Mitochondria C) Chloroplast D) Ribosome
B) Mitochondria
What is the main difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?
Prokaryotic cells do not have a nucleus, while eukaryotic cells do.
True or False: Plant cells have a flexible cell wall.
False
What is the function of chloroplasts?
They carry out photosynthesis.
Fill in the blank: The __________ is a network of protein filaments that helps the cell maintain its shape.
Cytoskeleton
What are stem cells?
Undifferentiated cells that can develop into different cell types.
Multiple Choice: What type of cell division produces two identical daughter cells? A) Meiosis B) Mitosis C) Budding D) Fragmentation
B) Mitosis
True or False: All cells have the same shape and size.
False
What is the primary function of red blood cells?
To transport oxygen throughout the body.
Fill in the blank: The __________ is the control center of the cell.
Nucleus
What is cellular respiration?
The process by which cells convert glucose and oxygen into energy.
Multiple Choice: Which type of cell is responsible for carrying messages in the nervous system? A) Muscle cell B) Neuron C) Skin cell D) Blood cell
B) Neuron
What is the role of the cell wall in plant cells?
To provide structure and support.
True or False: All cells can perform photosynthesis.
False