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Cell Bio - Cells
Topic 1 - cell structure and function
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What is the function of the cell membrane? | Controls what molecules enter and exit the cell |
| What is the function of the nucleus? | Controls all cell activities |
| What is the function of the cytoplasm? | Where chemical reactions occur |
| What is the function of the ribosome? | Site of protein synthesis |
| What is the function of the mitochondria? | Site of aerobic respiration |
| What is the function of the cell wall? | Supports the cell |
| What is the function of the vacuole? | Stores cell sap |
| What is the function of the chloroplast? | Site of photosynthesis |
| What is the function of the plasmid? | Extra circular piece of DNA |
| Which 5 structures would you find in an animal cell? | Cell membrane, nucleus, cytoplasm, ribosome, mitochondria |
| Which 3 structures would you find in a plant leaf cell but not in an animal cell? | Cell wall, vacuole, chloroplast |
| Which type of cell would you find a plasmid in? | Bacterial |
| Which structure could you find in a plant cell but not in a yeast/fungal cell? | Chloroplast |
| Which structure would be found in plant leaves but not in plant roots? | Chloroplast |
| What substance is the plant cell wall made from? | Cellulose |