Cells and Organelles Flashcards
All cells strive to…
control chemical reactions.
Why do cells strive to achieve chemical balance?
Chemical reactions underpin life.
What is the defining characteristic of a fungal cell?
Fungal cells have growth tips.
What is the defining characteristic of a fungal cell?
Fungal cells have growth tips.
Cytoskeleton is key to a cell’s structure, with _____ acting as a railing system for the cell.
microtubules
What is the primary task of a lysosome?
It acts as a recycling center for the cell by leading the digestion of old cell parts, invaders and toxins.
True or false? Mitochondria are only found in animal cells, while chloroplasts are only found in plant cells.
False. While it is true that chloroplasts are only found in plant cells, mitochondria can be found in other types of cells other than animal cells.
