cell organelles and their functions Flashcards
What is the function of the nucleus in a cell?
The nucleus controls cell activities and houses DNA.
True or False: The mitochondria are known as the powerhouse of the cell.
True
Fill in the blank: The _____ is responsible for protein synthesis in a cell.
ribosome
What organelle is involved in the modification and packaging of proteins?
Golgi apparatus
Which organelle is known for its role in lipid synthesis?
smooth endoplasmic reticulum
What is the primary role of lysosomes?
Lysosomes digest waste materials and cellular debris.
Multiple Choice: Which organelle is responsible for energy production? A) Nucleus B) Mitochondria C) Ribosome D) Golgi apparatus
B) Mitochondria
What structure is the outer layer of a plant cell called?
cell wall
True or False: Ribosomes can be found in both prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells.
True
What is the function of the endoplasmic reticulum?
The endoplasmic reticulum synthesizes proteins and lipids.
Fill in the blank: The _____ contains enzymes that break down fatty acids and detoxify harmful substances.
peroxisome
What is the function of chloroplasts?
Chloroplasts conduct photosynthesis in plant cells.
Which organelle helps maintain cell shape and provides structural support?
cytoskeleton
Multiple Choice: Which organelle is involved in the breakdown of hydrogen peroxide? A) Ribosome B) Lysosome C) Peroxisome D) Golgi apparatus
C) Peroxisome
True or False: The Golgi apparatus is responsible for the digestion of waste materials.
False
What is the role of the plasma membrane?
The plasma membrane regulates what enters and exits the cell.
Fill in the blank: The _____ is a network of protein filaments that helps the cell maintain its shape.
cytoskeleton
What do you call the jelly-like substance within a cell?
cytoplasm
Multiple Choice: Which organelle is responsible for detoxifying poisons? A) Ribosome B) Lysosome C) Smooth ER D) Nucleus
C) Smooth ER
True or False: Centrioles are involved in cell division.
True
What is the primary function of vacuoles in plant cells?
Vacuoles store nutrients and waste products.
Which organelle contains the cell’s genetic material?
nucleus
Fill in the blank: The _____ is the site of ATP production.
mitochondria
What organelle is responsible for the synthesis of ribosomal RNA?
nucleolus