Cells Flashcards
(10 cards)
What is the basic unit of life?
Cell
True or False: The nucleus is responsible for controlling the cell’s activities.
True
Fill in the blank: The _______ is the semi-permeable membrane that surrounds the cell.
cell membrane
What organelle is known as the powerhouse of the cell?
Mitochondria
Which organelle is responsible for protein synthesis?
Ribosomes
Multiple Choice: What is the function of lysosomes? A) Energy production B) Digestion of waste C) Protein assembly D) Genetic information
B) Digestion of waste
What is the jelly-like substance that fills the inside of a cell called?
Cytoplasm
True or False: The endoplasmic reticulum is involved in lipid and protein synthesis.
True
What structure contains the genetic material of the cell?
Nucleus
Fill in the blank: The _______ is involved in packaging and transporting proteins within the cell.
Golgi apparatus