Introduction to Cells
True or False: all cells at one point contain DNA.
True!
True or False: Cells are smaller than atoms.
False!
What organelle is known as the shipping center of the cell?
Golgi Body
The Powerhouse of the cell is called ....?
Mitochondria
Which organelle is known as the "control center" of the cell?
Nucleus
What is the basic unit of life?
Cell
The Mitochondria is known as what?
Powerhouse of cells
T/F: The cell membrane is selectively permeable.
True
What is the primary function of vacuoles in plant cells?
Storage (of substances)
What is the function of the nucleus?
Genetic material storage
Which scientist was the first to see cells under a microscope?
*BONUS 100 pts* if named the type of cells
The first cells were cork cells seen by Robert Hooke.
What is the role of DNA within a cell?
Genetic Information
Which organelle is responsible for synthesizing (creating) proteins?
Ribosomes
What part of the cell is responsible for producing energy?
Mitochondria
T/F: The endoplasmic reticulum is involved in the transport of materials within the cell.
True
T/F: All cells contain DNA.
True
Protects and gives shape to cells?
Cell Membrane
What structure protects and gives shape to a plant cell?
Cell Wall
What part of the cell contains genetic material (DNA)?
Nucleus
What structure in plant cells helps maintain their shape and provides support?
Cell Wall
What is the process where cells become specialized for specific functions?
Cell Differentiation
Cells are the basic units of ________.
Cells are the basic units of life.
What is the main function of the Golgi Apparatus?
They transport proteins throughout the body.
Which part is known as the "pony express" of cells?
Golgi Bodies
Ribosomes is responsible for what?
Protein synthesis (creation)