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Cell structure (eukaryotes and prokaryotes) Practice Questions

Question 1

Q1. Multiple Choice:

Which of the following structures is NOT found in eukaryotic cells?

(a) Nucleus

(b) Ribosomes

(c) Cell wall

(d) Golgi apparatus

Question 2

Q2. Short Answer:

Name two differences between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells.

Question 3

Q3. Extended Response:

Describe the structure and function of the cell membrane.

Question 4

Q4. Data Interpretation:

The table below shows the size of different cell structures.

StructureSize (μm)
Nucleus5
Ribosome0.02
Lysosome0.5

Which structure is the largest?

Question 5

Q5. Application:

Explain how the structure of chloroplasts is related to their function.

Question 6

Q6. Multiple Choice:

Which of the following is NOT a function of the endoplasmic reticulum (ER)?

(a) Protein synthesis

(b) Lipid synthesis

(c) Detoxification

(d) DNA replication

Question 7

Q7. Short Answer:

Describe the role of microvilli in the small intestine.

Question 8

Q8. Data Interpretation:

A scientist observed a cell under a microscope and saw a large, oval-shaped structure. They also noticed that the cell had numerous small, round structures dispersed throughout the cytoplasm.

What is the most likely identity of the large oval structure and the small round structures?

Question 9

Q9. Application:

Explain why plant cells have a cell wall but animal cells do not.

Question 10

Q10. Extended Response:

Compare and contrast the structure of prokaryotic and eukaryotic mitochondria.

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