Cell Structures

Question 1

What is the function of the cell membrane?

Answer 1

The cell membrane controls the movement of substances in and out of the cell.

Question 2

True or False: The nucleus contains the cell’s genetic material.

Answer 2

True

Question 3

Fill in the blank: The __________ is responsible for energy production in the cell.

Answer 3

mitochondria

Question 4

What is the main function of ribosomes?

Answer 4

Ribosomes are responsible for protein synthesis.

Question 5

Which organelle is involved in detoxification and lipid synthesis?

Answer 5

smooth endoplasmic reticulum

Question 6

What structure is found in plant cells but not in animal cells?

Answer 6

cell wall

Question 7

which organelle is the powerhouse of the cell?

Answer 7

Mitochondria

Question 8

True or False: Ciliated epithelial cells have tiny hair-like structures called cilia.

Answer 8

True

Question 9

What is the primary function of ciliated epithelial cells?

Answer 9

To move mucus and trapped particles out of the respiratory tract.

Question 10

Fill in the blank: Sperm cells are specialized for __________.

Answer 10

reproduction

Question 11

What structure in sperm cells is responsible for locomotion?

Answer 11

flagellum

Question 12

What is the role of the acrosome in a sperm cell?

Answer 12

The acrosome contains enzymes that help the sperm penetrate the egg.

Question 13

Which part of the cell is known as the control center?

Answer 13

Nucleus

Question 14

True or False: All cells have a nucleus.

Answer 14

False

Question 15

What is the function of the cytoskeleton?

Answer 15

The cytoskeleton provides structural support and helps in cell movement.

Question 16

Fill in the blank: The __________ is the jelly-like substance inside the cell where organelles are suspended.

Answer 16

cytoplasm

Question 17

What is the primary function of a sperm cell?

Answer 17

To fertilize an egg cell.

Question 18

True or False: Sperm cells are the largest cells in the human body.

Answer 18

False.

Question 19

What structure in a sperm cell helps it swim?

Answer 19

The tail (flagellum).

Question 20

Fill in the blank: The head of the sperm cell contains ______.

Answer 20

The nucleus.

Question 21

What is the main role of an egg cell?

Answer 21

To provide genetic material and nourishment for the developing embryo.

Question 22

True or False: Egg cells are produced in the ovaries.

Answer 22

True.

Question 23

What is the primary function of microvilli in epithelial cells?

Answer 23

To increase surface area for absorption.

Question 24

Multiple Choice: Which cell type is specialized for nutrient absorption? A) Sperm cell B) Egg cell C) Epithelium cell with microvilli

Answer 24

C) Epithelium cell with microvilli.

Question 25

What is the role of mitochondria in sperm cells?

Answer 25

To provide energy for movement.

Question 26

Fill in the blank: The outer layer of an egg cell is called the ______.

Answer 26

Zona pellucida.

Question 27

What type of cell division produces sperm and egg cells?

Answer 27

Meiosis.

Question 28

True or False: Epithelium cells with microvilli are found in the intestines.

Answer 28

True.

Question 29

What is the difference between sperm and egg cells in terms of size?

Answer 29

Egg cells are much larger than sperm cells.

Question 30

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of sperm cells? A) Flagellum B) Large cytoplasm C) Nucleus

Answer 30

B) Large cytoplasm.

Question 31

What is the significance of the acrosome in sperm cells?

Answer 31

It contains enzymes that help penetrate the egg's outer layer.