Question 1

Who played the most influential role in the discovery of the cell?

Accepted Answer

A)  Matthias Schleiden 
B)  Theodor Schwann 
C)  Rudolf Virchow 
D)  Robert Hooke 
A)  Matthias Schleiden 
B)  Theodor Schwann 
C)  Rudolf Virchow 
D)  Robert Hooke

Question 2

Match each description with the cellular structure that best corresponds.
-chloroplast

Accepted Answer

A) contain enzymes for intracellular digestion 
B) location of genetic material 
C) synthesize subunits that will be used to assemble ribosomes 
D) site of protein synthesis 
E) composed of cellulose; provides support and protection
F)synthesis of lipids
G)conversion of fuel molecules into energy
H)conversion of light energy into chemical energy
I)storage site in plant cells
J)synthesis of proteins for secretion
K)chemically modifies proteins
L)membrane-bound transport structure 
A) contain enzymes for intracellular digestion 
B) location of genetic material 
C) synthesize subunits that will be used to assemble ribosomes 
D) site of protein synthesis 
E) composed of cellulose; provides support and protection
F)synthesis of lipids
G)conversion of fuel molecules into energy
H)conversion of light energy into chemical energy
I)storage site in plant cells
J)synthesis of proteins for secretion
K)chemically modifies proteins
L)membrane-bound transport structure

Question 3

In this drawing of a eukaryotic plant cell, identify the cellular structures indicated.  
-smooth ER

Accepted Answer

The answer of In this drawing of a eukaryotic plant...

Question 4

If a cell contains chloroplasts, what type of cell is it most likely?

Accepted Answer

A)  a prokaryotic cell 
B)  a fungal cell 
C)  a plant cell 
D)  an animal cell 
A)  a prokaryotic cell 
B)  a fungal cell 
C)  a plant cell 
D)  an animal cell

Question 5

What greatly increases the interior surface area of mitochondria?

Accepted Answer

A)  centrioles 
B)  microfilaments 
C)  cristae 
D)  the matrix 
A)  centrioles 
B)  microfilaments 
C)  cristae 
D)  the matrix

Question 6

If a plasma membrane is analogous to the cell, which of the following is analogous to the animal body?

Accepted Answer

A)  a reproductive system 
B)  a muscle system 
C)  the skin 
D)  a digestive system 
A)  a reproductive system 
B)  a muscle system 
C)  the skin 
D)  a digestive system

Question 7

Match each description with the cellular structure that best corresponds.
-ribosomes

Accepted Answer

A) contain enzymes for intracellular digestion 
B) location of genetic material 
C) synthesize subunits that will be used to assemble ribosomes 
D) site of protein synthesis 
E) composed of cellulose; provides support and protection
F)synthesis of lipids
G)conversion of fuel molecules into energy
H)conversion of light energy into chemical energy
I)storage site in plant cells
J)synthesis of proteins for secretion
K)chemically modifies proteins
L)membrane-bound transport structure 
A) contain enzymes for intracellular digestion 
B) location of genetic material 
C) synthesize subunits that will be used to assemble ribosomes 
D) site of protein synthesis 
E) composed of cellulose; provides support and protection
F)synthesis of lipids
G)conversion of fuel molecules into energy
H)conversion of light energy into chemical energy
I)storage site in plant cells
J)synthesis of proteins for secretion
K)chemically modifies proteins
L)membrane-bound transport structure

Question 8

If organs are analogous to the body, which of the following are organelles analogous to?

Accepted Answer

A)  an eukaryote 
B)  a prokaryote 
C)  a cell 
D)  an animal 
A)  an eukaryote 
B)  a prokaryote 
C)  a cell 
D)  an animal

Question 9

What would a comparison of prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells reveal?

Accepted Answer

A)  That they both have a cell wall. 
B)  That they both have a nucleus. 
C)  That they both have an endomembrane system. 
D)  That they both have DNA. 
A)  That they both have a cell wall. 
B)  That they both have a nucleus. 
C)  That they both have an endomembrane system. 
D)  That they both have DNA.

Question 10

For each descriptive phrase, choose the most appropriate structure of the cytoskeleton from the list of terms. A term may be used once, more than once, or not at all.
-involved in the process of cytoplasmic streaming

Accepted Answer

A) microfilaments 
B) microtubules 
C) intermediate filaments 
A) microfilaments 
B) microtubules 
C) intermediate filaments

Question 11

For each descriptive phrase, choose the most appropriate structure of the cytoskeleton from the list of terms. A term may be used once, more than once, or not at all.
-composed of the hollow cylinders of tubulin dimers

Accepted Answer

A) microfilaments 
B) microtubules 
C) intermediate filaments 
A) microfilaments 
B) microtubules 
C) intermediate filaments

Question 12

What does the 9 + 2 system refer to?

Accepted Answer

A)  both the Golgi complex and the endoplasmic reticulum 
B)  both the cilia and the nucleus 
C)  both the flagella and the plasma membrane 
D)  both the flagella and the cilia 
A)  both the Golgi complex and the endoplasmic reticulum 
B)  both the cilia and the nucleus 
C)  both the flagella and the plasma membrane 
D)  both the flagella and the cilia

Question 13

Why are chloroplasts and mitochondria believed to have originated from ancient prokaryotes?

Accepted Answer

Both mitochondria and chloropl

Question 14

When molecules are brought into the cell from the exterior, they need to be placed onto one of the following organelles for further routing to other locations. Which of the following organelles serve(s) the purpose of further routing?

Accepted Answer

A)  the nucleus 
B)  lysosomes 
C)  mitochondria 
D)  ribosomes 
A)  the nucleus 
B)  lysosomes 
C)  mitochondria 
D)  ribosomes

Question 15

Which of the following radiate from the centre of the cell and anchor the ER, Golgi complex, lysosomes, and secretory vesicles in place?

Accepted Answer

A)  microfilaments 
B)  microtubules 
C)  actins 
D)  laminins 
A)  microfilaments 
B)  microtubules 
C)  actins 
D)  laminins

Question 16

Match each type of microscopy with the best description.
-bright field microscopy

Accepted Answer

A) utilizes a thin beam of electrons to examine structures within a cell 
B) utilizes lasers to scan a fluorescently stained specimen; a computer focuses the light to show a single plane through a cell 
C) utilizes differences in the way light is bent (refraction) in areas of various cellular density to visualize living cells 
D) requires light passing through the specimen; typically involves staining with dye to enhance contrast; usually "fixes" and kills the cell 
E) a beam of electrons scanned over a whole cell allows visualization of surface structures; gives a 3D-appearing image 
A) utilizes a thin beam of electrons to examine structures within a cell 
B) utilizes lasers to scan a fluorescently stained specimen; a computer focuses the light to show a single plane through a cell 
C) utilizes differences in the way light is bent (refraction) in areas of various cellular density to visualize living cells 
D) requires light passing through the specimen; typically involves staining with dye to enhance contrast; usually "fixes" and kills the cell 
E) a beam of electrons scanned over a whole cell allows visualization of surface structures; gives a 3D-appearing image

Question 17

In this drawing of a eukaryotic plant cell, identify the cellular structures indicated.  
-nucleus

Accepted Answer

The answer of In this drawing of a eukaryotic plant...

Question 18

Which organelle is NOT a part of the endomembrane system?

Accepted Answer

A)  the endoplasmic reticulum 
B)  the lysosome 
C)  the nucleolus 
D)  the Golgi complex 
A)  the endoplasmic reticulum 
B)  the lysosome 
C)  the nucleolus 
D)  the Golgi complex

Question 19

Which of the following groups belong to the domain of the prokaryotes?

Accepted Answer

A)  bacteria 
B)  protists 
C)  fungi 
D)  animals 
A)  bacteria 
B)  protists 
C)  fungi 
D)  animals

Question 20

Match each description of a cellular structure to the cell type it would be found in. A cell type may be used once, more than once, or not at all.
-plasma membrane

Accepted Answer

A) found in all living cells 
B) found in prokaryotic cells only 
C) found in eukaryotic cells only 
D) found in plant cells only 
E) found in animal cells only 
A) found in all living cells 
B) found in prokaryotic cells only 
C) found in eukaryotic cells only 
D) found in plant cells only 
E) found in animal cells only

Exam 2: The Cell: an Overview

Who played the most influential role in the discovery of the cell?

Match each description with the cellular structure that best corresponds. -chloroplast

In this drawing of a eukaryotic plant cell, identify the cellular structures indicated. -smooth ER

If a cell contains chloroplasts, what type of cell is it most likely?

What greatly increases the interior surface area of mitochondria?

If a plasma membrane is analogous to the cell, which of the following is analogous to the animal body?

Match each description with the cellular structure that best corresponds. -ribosomes

If organs are analogous to the body, which of the following are organelles analogous to?

What would a comparison of prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells reveal?

For each descriptive phrase, choose the most appropriate structure of the cytoskeleton from the list of terms. A term may be used once, more than once, or not at all. -involved in the process of cytoplasmic streaming

For each descriptive phrase, choose the most appropriate structure of the cytoskeleton from the list of terms. A term may be used once, more than once, or not at all. -composed of the hollow cylinders of tubulin dimers

What does the 9 + 2 system refer to?

Why are chloroplasts and mitochondria believed to have originated from ancient prokaryotes?

When molecules are brought into the cell from the exterior, they need to be placed onto one of the following organelles for further routing to other locations. Which of the following organelles serve(s) the purpose of further routing?

Which of the following radiate from the centre of the cell and anchor the ER, Golgi complex, lysosomes, and secretory vesicles in place?

Match each type of microscopy with the best description. -bright field microscopy

In this drawing of a eukaryotic plant cell, identify the cellular structures indicated. -nucleus

Which organelle is NOT a part of the endomembrane system?

Which of the following groups belong to the domain of the prokaryotes?

Match each description of a cellular structure to the cell type it would be found in. A cell type may be used once, more than once, or not at all. -plasma membrane

Light and Life

Energy and Enzymes

Cell Membranes and Signaling

Cellular Respiration

Photosynthesis

Cell Cycles

Genetic Recombination

The Chromosomal Basis of Mendelian Inheritance

Genetic Linkage, Sex-Linkage, and Other Non-Mendelian Inheritance Mechanisms

DNA Structure, Replication, and Repair

Gene Structure Expression, and Mutation

Regulation of Gene Expression

Dna Technologies

Genomes

Evolution: the Development of the Theory

Microevolution: Changes Within Populations

Speciation and Macroevolution

Systematics and Phylogenetics: Revealing the Tree of Life

Humans and Evolution

Defining Life and Its Origins

Viruses, Viroids, and Prions: Infectious Biological Particles

Bacteria and Archaea

Protists

Fungi

Plants

Animals

Conservation of Biodiversity

Population Ecology

Species Interactions and Community Ecology

Ecosystems

Animal Behaviour

Organization of the Plant Body

Transport in Plants

Reproduction and Development in Flowering Plants

Plant Nutrition

Plant Signals and Responses to the Environment

Introduction to Animal Organization and Physiology

Animal Nutrition

Gas Exchange: the Respiratory System

Internal Transport: the Circulatory System

Regulation of the Internal Environment: Water, Solutes, and Temperature

Control of Animal Processes: Endocrine Control

Animal Reproduction

Control of Animal Processes: Neural Control

Muscles, Skeletons, and Body Movements

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