Prokaryotic and Eukaryotic Cells

Question 1

A diseased cell is no longer able to produce proteins. Which cell structure is most likely malfunctioning?

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ribosome

Question 2

The discovery of mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA) had no effect on which area of scientific investigation?

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study of cork bark

Question 3

In which specimen were cells first identified?

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cork bark

Question 4

Which discovery supported the endosymbiotic theory?

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DNA in mitochondria

Question 5

Which statement is most likely to apply to a cell that has DNA within its cytoplasm?

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It performs all functions for the organism.

Question 6

Which cell structure serves the stated function in both eukaryotic and prokaryotic cells?

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cytoplasm: protects cell structures

Question 7

Based on the endosymbiotic theory, what cell would result from the endosymbiosis of a cell with a cyanobacterium?

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a eukaryotic cell that can make its own food

Question 8

Gina is studying a cell under a powerful microscope. The cell does not contain membrane-bound organelles.Which cell is Gina most likely studying?

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a bacterial cell

Question 9

A scientist is studying a cell and can clearly see that it has ribosomes and mitochondria. Which statement best describes how the cell could be classified?

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The cell is eukaryotic because it contains mitochondria.

Question 10

Which structure is unique to eukaryotic cells?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

nucleus

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