Hap 1 - Basic Cells - Quiz, Flashcards & Trivia

1. What is a cell?

A small room where prisoners are kept

The building blocks of animals and plants
The smallest unit that performs all physiological functions (MRSGREN)
Each cell maintains its own and the bodys homeostasis

A unit of measurement in battery power

A type of phone or communication device

A cell in the context of biology refers to the fundamental structural and functional unit of all living organisms. It is responsible for carrying out various physiological functions essential for the survival and maintenance of the organism's homeostasis.

Explanation

A cell in the context of biology refers to the fundamental structural and functional unit of all living organisms. It is responsible for carrying out various physiological functions essential for the survival and maintenance of the organism's homeostasis.

2. Draw and label a diagram of the structures of a generalised cell.

X

Y

Z

This question tests the ability to visually represent the structures of a generalised cell. The correct answer should include all essential components of a typical cell.

Explanation

This question tests the ability to visually represent the structures of a generalised cell. The correct answer should include all essential components of a typical cell.

3. Label this diagram.

A

B

C

This question is asking the test-taker to identify or provide a label for a diagram. The correct answer is not provided here for confidentiality reasons, but the incorrect answers (A, B, C) are options that do not accurately label the diagram.

Explanation

This question is asking the test-taker to identify or provide a label for a diagram. The correct answer is not provided here for confidentiality reasons, but the incorrect answers (A, B, C) are options that do not accurately label the diagram.

4. What are the three major structures of a cell?

Cell wall, Vacuole, Chloroplasts

Endoplasmic reticulum, Lysosomes, Cytoskeleton

Mitochondria, Ribosomes, Golgi apparatus

Nucleus, Cytoplasm (H2O, and organelles), Plasma membrane

The three major structures of a cell are the nucleus, cytoplasm, and plasma membrane. The nucleus contains the cell's genetic material, the cytoplasm is made up of water and organelles where cellular processes occur, and the plasma membrane surrounds and protects the cell.

Explanation

The three major structures of a cell are the nucleus, cytoplasm, and plasma membrane. The nucleus contains the cell's genetic material, the cytoplasm is made up of water and organelles where cellular processes occur, and the plasma membrane surrounds and protects the cell.

5. What is the main function of the nucleus in a cell?

Aids in cell movement

Produces energy for the cell

Regulates cell membrane permeability

Controls cell division
Controls protein synthesis
Contains DNA (Deoxyribonucleic acid)

The nucleus is responsible for controlling cell division, protein synthesis, and storing genetic information in the form of DNA.

Explanation

The nucleus is responsible for controlling cell division, protein synthesis, and storing genetic information in the form of DNA.