Cell Specialization

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    What is a major difference between plant and animal cells?

    • Plant cells are always at least 10 times bigger than animal cells
    • Plant cells are always green, while animal cells are always red
    • Plant cells are surrounded by cell walls; animal cells aren't
    • Plant cells are made of wood; animal cells are made of flesh
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Explore the intricacies of cell specialization through questions on cell cooperation, differences between cell types, and unique features of plant and animal cells. This quiz enhances understanding of fundamental cellular functions and structures, vital for learners in biology.

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  • 2. 

    Why do red blood cells need to be so tiny?

    • So they can move through narrow blood narrow blood vessels

    • So they can clump together

    • So they can't be detected by viruses

    • So they can carry carbon dioxide to our body's tissues

    Correct Answer
    A. So they can move through narrow blood narrow blood vessels
    Explanation
    Red blood cells need to be tiny in order to move through narrow blood vessels. Larger cells would not be able to navigate through the small capillaries and deliver oxygen to the body's tissues efficiently. The small size of red blood cells allows them to flow smoothly through the blood vessels, ensuring proper circulation and oxygenation throughout the body.

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  • 3. 

    What is a membrane?

    • Another term for a cell's nucleus

    • A sort of "skin" that encloses something

    • A type of genetic material

    • A single-celled organism

    Correct Answer
    A. A sort of "skin" that encloses something
    Explanation
    A membrane is a sort of "skin" that encloses something. In biology, a membrane refers to a thin layer of tissue or material that acts as a boundary or barrier, separating the inside of a cell or an organ from its external environment. It controls the movement of substances in and out of the cell or organ, allowing for selective transport of molecules and maintaining the internal environment necessary for proper functioning.

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    What would happen is a plant cell didn'thave chloroplasts?

    • It wouldn't be able to reproduce

    • It woundn't be able to move

    • It wouldn't be able to make its own nutrients

    • It wouldn't be able to transport nutrients

    Correct Answer
    A. It wouldn't be able to make its own nutrients
    Explanation
    If a plant cell didn't have chloroplasts, it wouldn't be able to make its own nutrients through photosynthesis. Chloroplasts are responsible for capturing sunlight and converting it into energy through the process of photosynthesis. Without chloroplasts, the plant cell wouldn't be able to produce glucose and other organic molecules that it needs for growth and survival. Instead, it would have to rely on obtaining nutrients from its surroundings, which may not be sufficient for its needs.

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  • 5. 

    Prokaryotic cells are all:

    • Single-celled organisms

    • Multi-celled organisms

    • Photosynthetic organisms

    • Large organisms

    Correct Answer
    A. Single-celled organisms
    Explanation
    Prokaryotic cells are single-celled organisms because they lack a nucleus and other membrane-bound organelles. They are typically smaller and simpler in structure compared to eukaryotic cells. Prokaryotes, such as bacteria and archaea, are capable of carrying out all necessary functions for survival within a single cell. They reproduce through binary fission, where one cell divides into two identical daughter cells. Therefore, the correct answer is single-celled organisms.

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  • 6. 

    What can you find inside a eukaryotic cell's nucleus?

    • Genetic material

    • Cytoplasm

    • Endoplasmic reticulum

    • Mitochondira

    Correct Answer
    A. Genetic material
    Explanation
    The correct answer is genetic material. The nucleus of a eukaryotic cell contains the genetic material, which is DNA. This DNA carries the instructions for the cell's functions and is responsible for determining the characteristics and traits of an organism. The genetic material is organized into structures called chromosomes, which are found inside the nucleus. The other options listed, cytoplasm, endoplasmic reticulum, and mitochondria, are not typically found inside the nucleus but are located in other parts of the cell.

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    Which of these statements is true of plant cells?

    • They have no cell membranes

    • They can make their own nutrients

    • They work independently of one another

    • They are prokaryotic

    Correct Answer
    A. They can make their own nutrients
    Explanation
    Plant cells have the ability to produce their own nutrients through the process of photosynthesis. This is a unique characteristic of plant cells, as they contain specialized structures called chloroplasts that contain chlorophyll, which enables them to convert sunlight, water, and carbon dioxide into glucose and oxygen. This process allows plants to synthesize their own food and sustain themselves without relying on external sources for nutrients.

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  • 8. 

    Which term best describes the way cells work inside your body?

    • Corporation

    • Coagulation

    • Competition

    • Cooperation

    Correct Answer
    A. Cooperation
    Explanation
    Cooperation is the best term to describe the way cells work inside the body. Cells in the body work together in a coordinated manner to carry out various functions and maintain the overall health and functioning of the body. They communicate, interact, and support each other to perform their specific roles and contribute to the overall well-being of the organism. This cooperative behavior ensures the proper functioning and survival of the body as a whole.

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    What is the major difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?

    • Prokaryotic cells have no gentic material; eukaryotic cells do

    • Prokaryotic cells engage in photosntheisis; eukaryotic cells don't

    • Prokaryotic cells have no membranes around their nuclear material; enkaryotic cells do

    • Prokaryotic cells can move on their own; eukaryotic cells can't

    Correct Answer
    A. Prokaryotic cells have no membranes around their nuclear material; enkaryotic cells do
    Explanation
    The major difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells is that prokaryotic cells lack membranes around their nuclear material, while eukaryotic cells have these membranes. This difference is significant because the presence of nuclear membranes in eukaryotic cells allows for compartmentalization and organization of genetic material, which is essential for regulating gene expression and carrying out complex cellular processes. In contrast, prokaryotic cells have their genetic material floating freely in the cytoplasm, which limits their ability to regulate gene expression and perform specialized functions.

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