The Cell

Question 1

Nucleolus

Answer 1

Site of ribosome manufacture

Question 2

Smooth ER

Answer 2

Lipid metabolism, detox chemicals, stores and release Ca, glycogen to free glucose

Question 3

Mitochondrian

Answer 3

Power plant of cell, produces ATP - cells energy

Question 4

Lysosomes

Answer 4

Intracellular digestion

Question 5

Peroxisomes

Answer 5

Detoxifies toxic substances

Question 6

Golgi Apparatus

Answer 6

Modifies, concentrates, and packages, lipids and proteins

Question 7

Ribosomes

Answer 7

Protein synthesis

Question 8

Rough ER

Answer 8

Site of protein synthesis - which will be secreted, site of plasma membrane and phospholipid synthesis 

Question 9

Plasma Membrane 

Answer 9

Protect the cell, creates a fixed environment, allows nutrients in and toxins out 

Question 10

Nucleus

Answer 10

The control center of the cell, stores the cell’s genetic material (DNA)

Question 11

What is the function of the nucleus in a cell?

Answer 11

The nucleus stores the cell’s genetic material and coordinates activities such as growth, metabolism, and reproduction.

Question 12

True or False: Ribosomes are responsible for protein synthesis.

Answer 12

True

Question 13

Fill in the blank: The _____ is the powerhouse of the cell, generating ATP through cellular respiration.

Answer 13

mitochondrion

Question 14

What is the role of the endoplasmic reticulum (ER)?

Answer 14

The endoplasmic reticulum is involved in the synthesis of proteins and lipids.

Question 15

Which type of ER is studded with ribosomes?

Answer 15

Rough ER

Question 16

Which organelle is responsible for packaging and distributing proteins?

Answer 16

Golgi apparatus

Question 17

What is the primary function of lysosomes?

Answer 17

Lysosomes contain enzymes that break down waste materials and cellular debris.

Question 18

Fill in the blank: The _____ is a jelly-like substance that fills the interior of the cell.

Answer 18

cytoplasm

Question 19

What is the function of the plasma membrane?

Answer 19

The plasma membrane regulates what enters and exits the cell and provides structural support.

Question 20

Multiple Choice: Which organelle is involved in detoxifying harmful substances?

Answer 20

Smooth ER

Question 21

What do peroxisomes do?

Answer 21

Peroxisomes contain enzymes that detoxify harmful substances and metabolize fatty acids.

Question 22

True or False: The cytoskeleton provides shape and support to the cell.

Answer 22

True

Question 23

Fill in the blank: The _____ helps in cell division and is made up of microtubules.

Answer 23

centrosome

Question 24

Organization of life

Answer 24

Atoms»_space; Molecules»_space; Macromolecules»_space; Organelles»_space; Cells»_space; Tissues»_space; Organs»_space; Organ Systems»_space; Organisms