Prokaryotic and Eukaryotic Cells Answers

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

A
endosymbiotic theory
B
inheritance research
C
forensic science
D
study of cork bark
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What is the basic unit of structure and function of all living organisms?

A
mitochondrion
B
DNA
C
nucleus
D
cell
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Which best describes mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA)?

A
Mitochondrial DNA is the same as nuclear DNA.
B
Mitochondrial DNA is inherited through the father.
C
Mitochondrial DNA can be traced for generations.
D
Mitochondrial DNA requires large amounts for testing.
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Which discovery supported the endosymbiotic theory?

A
DNA in mitochondria
B
DNA in the cell nucleus
C
DNA in ribosomes
D
DNA in the cytoplasm
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Gina is studying a cell under a powerful microscope. The cell does not contain membrane-bound organelles.Which cell is Gina most likely studying?

A
an animal cell
B
a bacterial cell
C
a plant cell
D
a protist cell
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Which statement is most likely to apply to a cell that has DNA within its cytoplasm?

A
It lacks ribosomes.
B
It has membrane-bound organelles.
C
It is multicellular.
D
It performs all functions for the organism.
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Based on the endosymbiotic theory, what cell would result from the endosymbiosis of a cell with a cyanobacterium?

A
a eukaryotic cell that can make its own food
B
a prokaryotic cell that can make its own food
C
an aerobic bacterium
D
an anaerobic bacterium

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