biology Flashcards
biology (33 cards)
What is the basic unit of life?
Cell
True or False: Bacteria are eukaryotic organisms.
False
What type of cell is responsible for immune responses?
White blood cell
Fill in the blank: Bacteria can reproduce through a process called __________.
Binary fission
Which organelle is known as the powerhouse of the cell?
Mitochondria
What is the primary function of white blood cells?
To fight infections
Multiple choice: Which of the following is a type of white blood cell? A) Neuron B) Erythrocyte C) Lymphocyte D) Osteocyte
C) Lymphocyte
True or False: All bacteria are harmful to humans.
False
What structure protects the bacterial cell and maintains its shape?
Cell wall
Fill in the blank: The __________ is a gel-like substance inside the cell membrane.
Cytoplasm
What type of immunity do white blood cells provide?
Adaptive immunity
Which component of the blood carries oxygen?
Erythrocytes
Multiple choice: Which of the following is NOT a function of white blood cells? A) Phagocytosis B) Antibody production C) Oxygen transport D) Immune response
C) Oxygen transport
True or False: Prokaryotic cells lack a nucleus.
True
What is the function of ribosomes in a cell?
Protein synthesis
Fill in the blank: __________ are single-celled organisms that can be found in various environments.
Bacteria
What is the role of T cells in the immune system?
To directly kill infected cells or help other immune cells
Multiple choice: Which of the following is a characteristic of bacterial cells? A) Membrane-bound organelles B) Unicellular C) Multicellular D) Nucleus
B) Unicellular
True or False: All cells contain DNA.
True
What is the main difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?
Eukaryotic cells have a nucleus; prokaryotic cells do not.
Fill in the blank: The __________ is the outer boundary of a cell that regulates what enters and leaves.
Cell membrane
What type of white blood cell is primarily involved in allergic reactions?
Basophil
Multiple choice: Which of the following is a common shape of bacteria? A) Spiral B) Cubic C) Flat D) Oval
A) Spiral
True or False: Bacteria can be found in extreme environments.
True