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Cell Biology and Structure
3,221 Questions
Cell biology focuses on the structure and function of cellular organelles. Key topics include cellular respiration, DNA inheritance, and energy production. These fundamental biology concepts are crucial for medical entrance and state service examinations.
Cell organelles functionsCellular respiration sitesDNA and ribosomesAnimal cell structurePlant cell components
Cell Biology and Structure Questions
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mitochondria
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lysosomes
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animal cell
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eukaryotic cells
B
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Explanation
Lysosomes contain various hydrolytic enzymes that break down waste materials and cellular debris, functioning as the cell's digestive system.
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mitochondria
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lysosomes
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animal cell
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eukaryotic cells
C
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Explanation
Centrosomes are organelles that serve as the main microtubule organizing centers in animal cells. They play a crucial role in cell division.
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mitochondria
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lysosomes
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animal cell
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eukaryotic cells
D
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Explanation
Polysomes (or polyribosomes) are a cluster of ribosomes held together by a strand of messenger RNA. They are found in all eukaryotic cells to facilitate protein synthesis.
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DNA and RNA
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RNA and proteins
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DNA, RNA and Proteins
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DNA and histones
B
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Explanation
Ribosomes are ribonucleoprotein complexes consisting primarily of ribosomal RNA (rRNA) and ribosomal proteins. They are the site of protein synthesis in the cell.
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quantasomes
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nucleosomes
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oxysomes
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chromosomes
C
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Explanation
The inner mitochondrial membrane contains F0-F1 particles, also known as oxysomes or ATP synthase complexes. These structures are essential for oxidative phosphorylation and ATP production.
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Streptococci
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Staphylococci
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Diplococcus
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Tetracoccus
B
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Staphylococci are spherical bacteria that divide in multiple planes to form irregular, grape-like clusters. Streptococci form chains, and diplococci form pairs.
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Proteins
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Mucopeptide
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Mucilages
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Monosaccharides
B
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The bacterial cell wall is primarily composed of peptidoglycan, which is also known as mucopeptide or murein. This structure provides rigidity and protection to the cell.
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30S type
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40S type
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70S type
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80S type
D
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Explanation
Eukaryotic cells contain 80S ribosomes, which are composed of 60S and 40S subunits. Prokaryotes typically contain 70S ribosomes.
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cell organelles are present
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true nucleus is present
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a single circular DNA molecule is present
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cell wall is made of cellulose
C
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Explanation
Prokaryotic cells are characterized by the absence of a membrane-bound nucleus and membrane-bound organelles. They contain a single circular DNA molecule located in the nucleoid region.
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30S type
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40S type
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70S type
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80S type
C
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Explanation
Prokaryotic cells contain 70S ribosomes, which are composed of 50S and 30S subunits.
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Interstitial cells
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Stem cells
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Root cells
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Versatile cells
B
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Explanation
Stem cells are undifferentiated biological cells that can differentiate into specialized cells and can divide to produce more stem cells. They are known for their versatility in regenerating various tissue types.
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synapsis
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coenocyte
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syncytium
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syngamy
C
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Explanation
A multinucleate condition in animals is referred to as syncytium.
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Prokaryotic
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Eukaryotic
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Mitochondrial
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Golgi
B
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Explanation
Eukaryotic cells are defined by the presence of a membrane-bound nucleus that contains the genetic material. Prokaryotic cells lack a distinct nucleus.
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Blood is acidic
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Bile juice is secreted by the liver
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Gastric juice contains HCL
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Bile juice is alkaline
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None of these
A
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Explanation
Blood is slightly alkaline, with a normal pH range of approximately 7.35 to 7.45. Therefore, the statement that blood is acidic is false.
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near the advancing end
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near the trailing end
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in the middle of the body
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anywhere inside the body
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B
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Explanation
Contractile vacuole is found at the trailing end of the body because its main function is to get rid of extra water. So, by collecting water inside the body, it expands and moves out from the trailing end of the body.