The Fundamental Unit of Life

Q. If a cell's membrane is permeable to water but not to solutes, what will happen to the cell in a hypertonic solution?

Solution

In a hypertonic solution, water will move out of the cell, causing it to shrink.

Correct Answer: B — It will shrink

Q. In which part of the cell does cellular respiration primarily occur?

Solution

Cellular respiration primarily occurs in the mitochondria.

Correct Answer: C — Mitochondria

Q. What is the basic structural and functional unit of life?

Solution

The cell is the basic structural and functional unit of life.

Correct Answer: C — Cell

Q. What is the jelly-like substance inside the cell called?

Solution

The jelly-like substance inside the cell is called cytoplasm.

Correct Answer: B — Cytoplasm

Q. What is the primary function of ribosomes in a cell?

Solution

Ribosomes are responsible for protein synthesis in the cell.

Correct Answer: B — Protein synthesis

Q. What structure controls the movement of substances in and out of the cell?

Solution

The cell membrane controls the movement of substances in and out of the cell.

Correct Answer: C — Cell membrane

Q. Which of the following is NOT a function of the cell membrane?

Solution

Energy production is not a function of the cell membrane.

Correct Answer: C — Energy production

Q. Which organelle is known as the powerhouse of the cell?

Solution

Mitochondria are known as the powerhouse of the cell because they produce energy.

Correct Answer: C — Mitochondria

Showing 1 to 8 of 8 (1 Pages)