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Cell - Structure and Functions

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Which of the following scientists concluded that cork is made of tiny cells?

  1. Schleiden

  2. Robert Hooke

  3. Schwann

  4. Charles Darwin

  5. Robert Boyle


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

This is the correct option. Robert Hooke concluded that cork is made of tiny cells.

Which of the following organisms consists of only one cell?

  1. Humans

  2. Amoeba

  3. Housefly

  4. Centipede

  5. Spider


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

This is the correct option. Amoeba is the organism which consists of only one cell.

Which of the following part is present only in a plant cell and not in an animal cell?

  1. Cytoplasm

  2. Nucleus

  3. Chloroplasts

  4. Cell membrane

  5. Mitochondria


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

This is the correct option. Chloroplast is only present in a plant cell.

Which of the following is not a basic part of a cell?

  1. Cell membrane

  2. Cytoplasm

  3. Nucleus

  4. Mitochondria

  5. Cartilage


Correct Option: E
Explanation:

Cartilage is not a basic part of a cell. Thus, it is the correct option.

Which of the following statements is/are false? a. Cell theory states that the basic unit of structure and function of all living organisms is the cell. b. All cells arise from pre-existing cells by the process of cell multiplication. c. Cells are the building block of plants and animals.

  1. Only a

  2. Only a and b

  3. Only b

  4. Only b and c

  5. Only c


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Statement 'b' is a false statement. Thus, it is the correct option. All cell arise from pre-existing cells by the process of cell division.

Which of the following scientists in 1838 suggested that all plants are made up of cells?

  1. Schleiden

  2. Schwann

  3. Robert Koch

  4. Charles Darwin

  5. Robert Boyle


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

This is the correct option. Schleiden was the scientist who in 1838 suggested that all plants are made up of cells.

Which of the following organelles is the largest in a cell?

  1. Nucleus

  2. Mitochondria

  3. Chloroplast

  4. Vacuole

  5. Nucleolus


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

This is the correct option. The largest organelle in a cell is the nucleus.

Match the following:

 
a. Cell membrane 1. It is a transparent, jelly-like material which fills the cell.
b. Cytoplasm 2. It is a large, spherical organelle present in all cells.
c. Nucleus 3. It is the thin sheet of skin by which every cell is covered.
  1. a - 2, b - 1, c - 3

  2. a - 1, b - 2, c - 3

  3. a - 1, b - 3, c - 2

  4. a - 3, b - 1, c - 2

  5. a - 3, b - 2, c - 1


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

This is the correct option. Cell membrane is the thin sheet of skin by which every cell is covered. Cytoplasm is the transparent, jelly-like material, which fills the cell. Nucleus is a large, spherical organelle present in all cells.

Which of the following when taken together, makes up the protoplasm? a. Cytoplasm b. Mitochondria c. Nucleus d. Vacuole

  1. Only c and d

  2. Only b and c

  3. Only a and b

  4. Only b and d

  5. Only a and c


Correct Option: E
Explanation:

This is the correct option. Cytoplasm and nucleus taken together makes up the protoplasm.

Which of the following statements is/are false? a. All living cells only come from other living cells. b. As cells are living units, they do not require energy. c. A cell is the smallest unit of life, which has a definite structure and performs a specific function.

  1. Only a

  2. Only a and b

  3. Only b

  4. Only b and c

  5. Only c


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Statement 'b' is a false statement. Thus, it is the correct option. Cells are living units, they do require energy.

Which of the following is not a function of the cell membrane?

  1. Cell membrane encloses the living part of the cell.

  2. Cell membrane controls all the activities of the cell.

  3. Cell membrane protects the cell and also gives shape to it.

  4. Cell membrane controls the movement of substances 'into the cell' and 'out of the cell'.

  5. The cell membrane separates the cells from one another and also from the surrounding medium.


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

This is the correct option, as this is not a function of the cell membrane.

Which of the following cells do not have a nucleus?

  1. A white blood cell

  2. A red blood cell

  3. A bone cell

  4. A cartilage cell

  5. A xylem cell


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

This is the correct option. A red blood cell does not have a nucleus.

Which of the following is an animal cell?

  1. Xylem cell

  2. Pholem cell

  3. Photosynthetic cell

  4. Cartilage cell

  5. Epidermal cell


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

This is the correct option. Cartilage cell is an animal cell.

Which of the following statements is/are false? a. In animal cells, the nucleus lies on the periphery of the cell. b. The various structures present in the cytoplasm of a cell are called 'organelles'. c. The cytoplasm of all cells contain organelles like mitochondria, golgi bodies, etc.

  1. Only a

  2. Only a and b

  3. Only b

  4. Only b and c

  5. Only c


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Statement 'a' is a false statement.  In animal cells, the nucleus lies in the centre of the cell.  Thus, it is the correct option.

Match the following:

 
a. Mitochondria 1. It is a space in the cytoplasm of a cell, which is enclosed by a membrane and usually contains substances dissolved in water.
b. Chloroplasts 2. They are tiny rod-shaped or spherical organelles, which are found in all the cells.
c. Vacuole 3. They are green colour organelles present in the cytoplasm of plant cells.
  1. a - 1, b - 3, c - 2

  2. a - 3, b - 1, c - 2

  3. a - 3, b - 2, c - 1

  4. a - 2, b - 3, c - 1

  5. a - 2, b - 1, c - 3


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

This is the correct option. Mitochondria are tiny rod-shaped or spherical organelles, which are found in all the cells. Chloroplasts are the green colour organelles present in the cytoplasm of plant cells. Vacuole is a space in the cytoplasm of a cell, which is enclosed by a membrane and usually contains substances dissolved in water.

Which of the following statements is/are false? a. Nucleus is separated from the cytoplasm by a membrane called nuclear membrane. b. Nucleus contains thread-like structures called the vacuoles. c. Nucleus controls all the activities of cell.

  1. Only a

  2. Only a and b

  3. Only b

  4. Only b and c

  5. Only c


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Statement 'b' is a false statement. Thus, it is the correct option. Nucleus contains thread-like structures called chromosomes.

The compounds of which of the following element is not used in the making of most of the protoplasm?

  1. Carbon

  2. Hydrogen

  3. Sulphur

  4. Nitrogen

  5. Oxygen


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

This is the correct option, as compounds of sulphur are not used in the making of most of the protoplasm.

Which of the following is not an example of prokaryotes?

  1. Bacteria

  2. Blue-green algae

  3. Fungi

  4. Cynobacteria

  5. Viruses


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

This is the correct option, as fungi are not examples of prokaryotes.

Which of the following statements is/are false? a. Mitochondria provides energy for all the activities of the cell. b. Mitochondria uses glucose and hydrogen to produce energy. c. Compounds like water, carbohydrates, proteins, etc., are present in the protoplasm.

  1. Only a

  2. Only a and b

  3. Only b

  4. Only b and c

  5. Only c


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Statement 'b' is a false statement. Thus, it is the correct option. Mitochondria uses glucose and oxygen to produce energy.

Which of the following is not a eukaryote?

  1. Plants

  2. Animals

  3. Protozoa

  4. Mushroom

  5. Bacteria


Correct Option: E
Explanation:

This is the correct option, as bacteria is not a eukaryotes.

Which of the following is/are not the property of the cell wall? a. Cell wall gives shape and support to the plant cell. b. Cell wall holds the plant together and gives strength to the plant. c. The tough cell walls, present in the animal cells provides protection to animals.

  1. Only a

  2. Only a and b

  3. Only b and c

  4. Only b

  5. Only c


Correct Option: E
Explanation:

The tough cell walls present in the animal cells provides protection to animals, is not a property of cell wall, as  the cell wall is absent. Thus, it is the correct option.

Which of the following statements is/are false: a. The organelles containing pigments present in the cytoplasm of plant cells are called plastids. b. The process of food making takes place in the chloroplasts. c. In the chloroplasts, oxygen and water combine in the presence of sunlight to form glucose.

  1. Only a

  2. Only a and b

  3. Only b

  4. Only b and c

  5. Only c


Correct Option: E
Explanation:

Statement 'c' is a wrong statement. Thus, it is the correct option. In the chloroplasts, carbon dioxide and water combine in the presence of sunlight to form glucose.

Which of the following statements is/are false? a. Plant cells have a very small vacuole. b. The function of the vacuole in a cell is to store various substances including waste products of the cell. c. The vacuole is filled with a liquid which contains dissolved sugars and salts.

  1. Only a

  2. Only a and b

  3. Only b

  4. Only b and c

  5. Only c


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Statement 'a' is a false statement. Plant cells have a large vacuole. Thus, it is the correct option.

Which of the following is not a similarity between a plant cell and an animal cell?

  1. Plant cells and animal cells have a cell membrane around them.

  2. Plant cells and animal cells have chloroplast in them.

  3. Plant cells and animal cells have a nucleus.

  4. Plant cells and animal cells have a cytoplasm.

  5. Plant cells and animal cells have mitochondria.


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

This is the correct option, as both plant cells and animal cells do not have chloroplast in them. Only plant cells have chloroplast.

Which of the following is a plant cell?

  1. Nerve cell

  2. Epidermal cell

  3. Epithelial cell

  4. Red blood cell

  5. White blood cell


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

This is the correct option, as an epidermal cell is a plant cell.

Which of the following statements is/are false? a. Different organisms have same number of cells in their bodies. b. The cells in a multicellular organism have many different shapes. c. The cells in a multicellular organism can have many different sizes.

  1. Only a

  2. Only a and b

  3. Only b

  4. Only b and c

  5. Only c


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Statement 'a' is  false. Thus, it is the correct option. Different organisms have different number of cells in their bodies.

Which of the following is not a unicellular organism?

  1. Euglena

  2. Chlamydomonas

  3. Bacteria

  4. Paramecium

  5. A rose plant


Correct Option: E
Explanation:

This is the correct option. A rose plant is not a unicellular organism.

Match the following:

 
Bodies Functions in an animal cell
a, Mitochondria 1. To hold air, water and particles of food.
b. Vacuole 2. To carry out all the activities of the life processes.
c. Cytoplasm 3. To carry out respiration for releasing energy from food.
  1. a - 3, b - 1, c - 2

  2. a - 3, b - 2, c - 1

  3. a - 1, b - 3, c - 2

  4. a - 1, b - 2, c - 3

  5. a - 2, b - 1, c - 3


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

This is the correct option. The function of mitochondria in an animal cell is to carry out respiration, and  releasing energy from food. The function of  a vacuole in an animal cell is to hold air, water and particles of food. The function of  the cytoplasm in an animal cell is to carry out all the activities.

Which of the following statements is/are false? a. The number of cells being less in an organism does affect the functioning of the small organisms. b. Staining of plant and animal specimens is done to identify the different components of a cell easily through a microscope. c. The organisms, which are made up of only one cell, are called unicellular organisms.

  1. Only a

  2. Only a and b

  3. Only b

  4. Only b and c

  5. Only c


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The number of cells being less in an organism, does affect the functioning of the small organisms, is a false statement.  Thus, it is the correct option. 

Match the following:

 
a. Prokaryotic cells 1. are the cells having nuclear material enclosed by a nuclear membrane
b. Prokaryotes 2. are the organisms, whose cells possess a nucleus bound by a nuclear membrane
c. Eukaryotic cells 3. are the cells, which have nuclear material without a nuclear membrane around it
d. Eukaryotes 4. are the simple organisms, whose cells do not possess a nucleus bound by a nuclear membrane
  1. a - 3, b - 4, c - 2, d - 1

  2. a - 3, b - 4, c - 1, d - 2

  3. a - 4, b - 3, c - 1, d - 2

  4. a - 2, b - 4, c - 1, d - 3

  5. a - 3, b - 1, c - 4, d - 2


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

This is the correct option. Prokaryotic cells are the cells, which have nuclear material without a nuclear membrane around it. Prokaryotes are simple organisms, whose cells do not possess a nucleus bound by a nuclear membrane. Eukaryotic cells are the cells having nuclear material enclosed by a nuclear membrane. Eukaryotes are organisms, whose cells possess a nucleus bound by a nuclear membrane.

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