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Cell-the basic unit of life - class-IX

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The nucleus is separated from cytoplasm by

  1. Protoplasm

  2. Cell membrane

  3. Cell wall

  4. Nuclear membrane


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

In the eukaryotic cell, the nucleus is separated from the cytoplasm by a double lipid bilayer membrane known as a nuclear membrane. It encloses the genetic material of a cell. It is also known as karyotheca.

Which of the following is a membrane enclosed organelle found in eukaryotic cells containing most of the cell's genetic material?

  1. Nucleus

  2. Cytoplasm

  3. Vacuoles

  4. Plasmalemma


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A eukaryotic cell has a nucleus bounded by a double wall membrane structure known as a nuclear membrane. The nuclear membrane has nuclear pore that regulates the exchange of materials between cytoplasm and nucleoplasm. The nucleus contains the chromatin threads and the nucleolus. The gel-like texture of the nucleoplasm embedded with chromatin threads gives it a dense appearance.

What is the central role of nucleus?

  1. Diffusion

  2. Osmosis

  3. Excretion of toxic materials

  4. Reproduction


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

A eukaryotic cell has a nucleus, bounded by a double wall membrane structure known as a nuclear membrane. The nuclear membrane is a discontinuous membrane having nuclear pores, which act as a protein channel for regulating the exchange of materials between cytoplasm and nucleoplasm. It regulates the cell in various ways but, the primary function of the nucleus is to contribute in cell division during reproduction by undergoing karyokinesis.
So, the correct answer is option D.

Which part of the cell contains genetic information?

  1. Plasma membrane

  2. Nucleus

  3. Chloroplast

  4. Mitrochondria


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The DNA is the genetic material of the organism which is present in the nucleus. The DNA is bound to the histone proteins and packaged in the nucleus. The DNA contains the segments of genes which encode for the proteins. This genetic information is present in the nucleus of the living cells. 

Thus, the correct answer is option B. 

Cyanobacteria are photosynthetic prokaryotes. Which of the following cell structures are absent in cyanobacteria?

I. Cell membrane
II. Nucleus
III. Ribosomes

  1. I only

  2. II only

  3. III only

  4. I and II only

  5. I and III only


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Cyanobacteria are prokaryotes so, they lack a membrane-bound well-defined nucleus. Cell membrane and ribosomes are the cell structures, common to both prokaryotes and eukaryotes.

Therefore, the correct answer is option B.

The codes for the specific proteins produced by a cell lies in the ________.

  1. Ribosome

  2. Endoplasmic reticulum

  3. Chloroplast

  4. Mitochondria

  5. None of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

DNA is stored in the nucleus, while proteins are assembled from free amino acids in the cytoplasm in structures called ribosomes.

The organelles that are present in a eukaryotes but not in a prokaryotes is/are

  1. Nucleus

  2. Mitochondria

  3. Ribosome

  4. Both A and B

  5. Both A and C


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Nucleus and mitochondria are double membrane-bound organelles while ribosome is not membrane bound. Prokaryotes are the organisms that lack any membrane-bound organelles which means that out of given options, only ribosomes are present in them. 

Therefore, the correct answer is option D.

Which of the following statements is true about the nucleus of a cell?

  1. It is bounded by two membranes.

  2. It controls all the activities in the cell.

  3. It contains genetic information.

  4. All of these.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The nucleus is the largest and most significant living organelle of the cell. All the cellular activities of the cell are regulated by the nucleus. Hence it is called brain or control centre of the cell. The nucleus is surrounded by a double unit membrane from all sites. The chromosomes and genes which have genetical characters and transmit from one generation to another are found in the nucleus. Thus option D is the correct answer. 

The control centre of cell is

  1. Nucleus

  2. Mitochondria

  3. Nucleolus

  4. Ribosome


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The nucleus is an important cell organelle. It is the repository of genetic material. Inside nucleus, there is a synthesis of mRNA which is subsequently transported to the cytoplasm for protein synthesis. Thus, nucleus controls proteins synthesized in a cell and also is a repository of genetic material. Hence, the nucleus is controlling centre of the cell.

Karyology is the study of

  1. Cell

  2. Nucleus

  3. Tissue

  4. Genes


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

'Karyon' refers to the nucleus and 'logy' stands for systematic study. Hence, Karyology is the study of the nucleus. It can be defined as a cytological study of the cell nucleus, especially regarding the chromosomes.

The nuclear material without nuclear membrane is observed in

  1. Bacteria and green algae

  2. Cyanobacteria and red algae

  3. Bacteria and cyanobacteria

  4. Mycoplasma and green algae


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Bacteria and cyanobacteria are prokaryotes, i.e., having pro or primitive karyon. These cells have primitive nucleus, not having a distinct nuclear membrane. These cells have a single circular molecule of DNA as genetic material but it is not present inside membrane bound nucleus.

Nucleolemma is a part of

  1. Nuclear membrane

  2. Nuclear reticulum

  3. Nucleolus

  4. Nucleoplasm


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Nucleo-lemma is a term used in parallel with plasma-lemma. The nucleo-lemma is a part of the nuclear membrane. The outer membrane may have ribosomes and interconnections with ER. Nuclear membrane has a large number of pores for the nucleo-cytoplasmic exchange of materials.

Which of the following is not contained in a eukaryotic nucleus?

  1. Nucleosome

  2. Nucleolus

  3. Chromatin

  4. Circular DNA molecules


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Prokaryotic cells like bacteria have a single circular DNA molecule as their genetic material which is also called as a bacterial chromosome. The eukaryotic cells have a prominent nucleus with species-specific number of linear chromosomes having well-defined centromere and telomeres.

The "master mind" of the cell is

  1. Protoplast

  2. Nucleolus

  3. Nucleus

  4. Plastid


Correct Option: C
Explanation:
  • The nucleus controls protein synthesis and is the genetic repository of a cell. 
  • Hence, the nucleus can be called as the mastermind of cell.
  • Thus, option C is correct.

rDNA is present in

  1. NOR

  2. Telomere

  3. Centromere

  4. Kinetochore


Correct Option: A

Name the cell organelle which is called the 'Control room of the cell'.

  1. Nucleus

  2. Mitochondria

  3. Chloroplast

  4. Ribosome


Correct Option: A
Explanation:
The nucleus is the most important part of the cell which regulates all the cellular activities by controlling the enzymes required for cellular processes. Enzymes are proteins and protein synthesis is controlled by nucleus as mRNA required for protein synthesis is made from DNA, which is situated in the nucleus. Hence, the nucleus is the control room of the cell.
So, the correct answer is option A.

The mature mammalian red blood cells are incapable of further division because

  1. DNA sequences are redundant

  2. The nuclei are lobed

  3. They lack nuclei

  4. The mitotic apparatus is absent


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Because of the lack of nuclei and organelles, mature red blood cells do not contain DNA and cannot synthesize any RNA, and consequently can not divide and have limited repair capabilities. 

So, the correct option is C. (They lack nuclei)

Which of the following statements about nucleus and nucleolus is right?

  1. The nucleus is membrane-bound while the nucleolus is non-membrane bound.

  2. The nucleolus is membrane-bound while the nucleus is non-membrane bound.

  3. Both nucleolus and nucleus are membrane bound

  4. Both nucleus and nucleolus are not membrane bound.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The nucleus is a membrane-bound structure which is separated from the cytoplasm. This membrane is a nuclear membrane which has small pores which allow diffusion. The nucleolus is the centre dark part of the nucleus which is not surrounded by any kind of membrane. It is distinguished from nuclear material by its colour only.

So, the correct option is 'The nucleus is membrane-bound while the nucleolus is non-membrane bound'.

Nucleus is

  1. The largest organelle in the cell

  2. The organelle which contains chromosomes

  3. The organelle with a double membrane

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Nucleus is the largest cell organelle which contains the chromosomes. The nucleus has a nuclear membrane which is made up of two layers i.e it is and organelle with a double-membrane.

The Control center of the cell is

  1. the Nucleus

  2. the Cytoplasm

  3. the Nucleolus

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The nucleus is considered as the control center of the cell as it has all the information for controlling the various components of the cell and keeping the cell alive.

Which of the following divides the intracellular space into two distinct compartments?

  1. Endoplasmic reticulum

  2. Cell membrane

  3. Plasma membrane

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:
The endoplasmic reticulum is a network of membranous tubules within the cytoplasm of a eukaryotic cell, continuous with the outer nuclear membrane. It usually has ribosomes attached and is involved in protein and lipid synthesis. The endoplasmic reticulum divides the intracellular space into two distinct compartments, viz. luminal and extra-luminal.
So, the correct answer is 'Endoplasmic reticulum'.

Which of the following separates the nucleoplasm with the cytoplasm?

  1. Cell membrane

  2. Nuclear membrane

  3. Endoplasmic reticulum

  4. Golgi body


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Nuclear membrane is a double layered membrane, made up of lipid bilayer and proteins that separates the nucleus from the rest of the cell. The cytoplasm contains the most of the hydrolytic enzymes, which can affect the genetic material. The membrane protects the genetic material from different chemical reactions. It decides what to enter and exit from the nucleus by acting selectively permeable. It also provides structural support to the nucleus.

Nuclear pores are the passage through which movement of ...........(I) and ..........(II) molecules takes place between ...........(III) and ...........(IV).


Fill in the blanks (I - IV) by selecting the correct option.

I II III IV
(1) DNA RNA ER Cytoplasm
(2) RNA Protein Nucleus Cytoplasm
(3) DNA RNA Cytoplasm Nucleus
(4) Protein RNA Nucleus Nucleolus

  1. (1)

  2. (2)

  3. (3)

  4. (4)


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Nuclear pores  are the passage through which movement of RNA and protein molecules takes place between nucleus and cytoplasm.

So, the correct option is '(2)'.

From the following, identify which is the living matter of the cell.

  1. Chloroplast

  2. Endoplasmic reticulum

  3. Protoplasm 

  4. Mitochondria


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

  • The living matter of cell is protoplasm which is the colorless material composed of a mixture of small molecules such as ions, amino acid etc.

So the correct answer is 'protoplasm'.

The nucleus is separated from the cytoplasm by ...........which is absent in .......... and present only in ......... The words filling the blanks are respectively

  1. Cell wall.bacteria and Amoeba

  2. Cell membrane , animals and prokaryotes

  3. Nuclear membrane, prokaryotes and eukaryotes

  4. Plasma membrane, eukaryotes and prokaryotes


Correct Option: C
Explanation:
  • The nucleus of a cell is separated from the cytoplasm by a double membrane known as the nuclear envelope.
  • Prokaryotes do not have genomic DNA that is concentrated and localized to a small area within the cell called nucleoid region, thus it is absent in them.
  • Whereas, a eukaryotic cell contains all the organelles and nucleus which is separated from the cytoplasm by the nuclear envelope.
  • The correct answer is OPTION C.

The thread like structure present in the nucleus are

  1. Nucleolus

  2. Genes

  3. Chromosomes

  4. Ribosomes


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The thread like structure present in the nucleus are called the chromosomes or the chromatin, when the degree of condensation is very less.

A. Nucleolus is the region on the chromosomes that codes for the ribosomal RNA. 
B. Genes are the segments of DNA that code for the proteins. These are located on the chromosomes.
C. The chromosomes are the thread like structures made up of DNA and proteins and are present in the DNA.
D. Ribosomes are the ribo-nucleoproteins present in the cytoplasm that take part in protein formation.
Hence, the correct answer is 'Chromosomes'

.......... could be found in both, the nucleus and the cytoplasm.

  1. Nucleolus

  2. Ribosomes

  3. RNA

  4. Both B and C


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

  • RNA is found everywhere- nucleus, nucleolus, mitochondria, chloroplasts, ribosomes, cytoplasm, etc. RNAs are 3 different types- mRNA, tRNA and rRNA. mRNA and tRNA are found in the cytoplasm and rRNA in the nucleus.
  • The ribosomes can be free within the cytoplasm of a cell or attached to the endoplasmic reticulum but do not present inside the nucleus. RNA and ribosomes act together resulting in the synthesis of proteins.

 Hence, the correct answer is option C.

Which of the following is correct : 

  1. cell of all living organisms have a nucleus.

  2. Both animal and plant cells have a well defined cell wall.

  3. In prokaryotes, there are no membrane bound organelles.

  4. Cells are formed de novo from abiotic materials.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:


  • The cell is the basic structural, functional, and biological unit of all known living organisms. A cell is the smallest unit of life. 
  • Cells are often called the "building blocks of life". 
  •  Cells are of two types: eukaryotic, which contain a nucleus, and prokaryotic, which do not. 
  • Prokaryotes are single-celled organisms, while eukaryotes can be either single-celled or multicellular. 
  • Hence, the cell of all living organisms have a nucleus is correct.
  • So, the correct answer is 'cell of all living organisms has a nucleus'.

The organelle of plant cell that does not contain functional DNA.

  1. Nucleus

  2. Chloroplast

  3. Mitochondria

  4. Peroxisome


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Within the nucleus is a small subspace known as the nucleolus. It is not bound by a membrane, so it is not an organelle. This space forms near the part of DNA with instructions for making ribosomes, the molecules responsible for making proteins.

Hence the correct option is A.

Who is odd man among us? Give reason.

  1. Nucleolus

  2. Mitochondria

  3. Plastids

  4. Endoplasmic reticulum


Correct Option: A

Number of chromosomes in nucellus is 24. Number of chromosomes in aleurone be.

  1. 30

  2. 24

  3. 36

  4. 19


Correct Option: B

The name of Hammerling is related with which of the following?

  1. Granum

  2. Discovery of RNA

  3. Discovery of DNA

  4. Experiment on Acetabularia


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Nucleus is a double membrane covered protoplasmic body that contains heredity information. With the help of grafting experiments on Acetabularia, Hammerling (1953) proved that nucleus is a storehouse of hereditary information.

Nucleus is a

  1. Single layered structure

  2. Three layered structure

  3. Four layered structure

  4. Two layered structure


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The nucleus is two layered structure, it is a membrane-enclosed structure found in eukaryotic cells. It contains most of the cell's genetic material. The function of the nucleus is to maintain the integrity of the genes and to control the activities of the cell by regulating gene expression.

The functional activities of a cell are controlled and directed by the

  1. Protoplasm

  2. Nucleus

  3. Mitochondria

  4. Endoplasmic reticulum


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The nucleus is the most important and the largest component of the cell. Nucleus regulates the four main functions of the cell which are protein synthesis, cell division, growth and differentiation are carried out by the nucleus. Nucleus regulates all these cellular activities by controlling the enzymes required for cellular processes. Enzymes are proteins and protein synthesis is controlled by nucleus as mRNA required for protein synthesis is made from DNA which is situated in the nucleus.

The chromosomes lies inside

  1. Nucleus

  2. Nucleolus

  3. Cytoplasm

  4. Golgi apparatus


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The nucleolus is the largest structure present in the nucleus. Ribosome synthesis and assemblage occurs in nucleolus region. 
Chromosomes are not present in the cytoplasm. 
Golgi apparatus does not possess chromosomes. 
The nucleus is the double membrane bound structure of the cell in which most of the genetic material is present in the form of chromosomes. The nucleus is present in eukaryotic cells. Thus, the correct answer is option A.

What is the function of nucleus in a cell?

  1. It controls all the metabolic activities of the cell.

  2. It brings about growth of the cell by directing the synthesis of structural proteins.

  3. It contains genetic information in the form of genes located in the chromosomes.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The nucleus is the membrane bound important structure of the cell. Nucleus regulates all the cellular activities by controlling the enzymes required for cellular processes. It contains genetic information in the form of genes located in the chromosomes. It brings about growth of the cell by directing the synthesis of structural proteins. It also controls all the metabolic activities of the cell.
So, the correct answer is option D.

The DNA and RNA are found in

  1. Nucleus

  2. Cell wall

  3. Cell sap

  4. Vacuole


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) encodes the genetic instructions which are used in development and functioning of all living organisms. Ribonucleic acid (RNA) is one of the types of nucleic acid. Both, DNA and RNA are found in the nucleus. DNA is involved in coding the genetic information. It is present in the nucleoplasm of the nucleus in the tightly coiled form called as chromosomes. RNA is present in the nucleolus of the nucleus and involved in protein synthesis.
So, the correct answer is option A.

The component of the cell with hereditary material is

  1. Nucleus

  2. Protoplasm

  3. Cytoplasm

  4. Plastid


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Nucleus is the membrane bound structure of the cell. It contains the majority of the cell's genetic material, i.e., DNA in the form of DNA-protein complex called as chromatin. DNA is present in the nucleoplasm of the nucleus in the tightly coiled form called as chromosomes. 
So, the correct answer is option A.

Which of the following would not be considered part of a cell's cytoplasm? 

  1. Ribosome

  2. Nucleus

  3. Mitochondrion

  4. Microtubule


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The nucleus is the largest and important part of the cell. It surrounded by the two layers of membrane. These membranes separates the nuclear content to get mixed with cytoplasm. Cytoplasm is the proteinaceous fluid in the cell which holds organelles like ribosomes, mitochondria, ER etc. Thus, the correct answer is option B.

The nucleus is separated from surrounding cytoplasm by a nuclear envelope which is 

  1. Single and porous

  2. Double and porous

  3. Single and non-porous

  4. Double and non-porous


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

A nuclear membrane, also known as the nuclear envelope, is a double lipid bilayer membrane, which surrounds the nucleus containing genetic material and nucleolus in eukaryotic cells. The nuclear membrane consists of two lipid bilayers- the inner nuclear membrane and the outer nuclear membrane and consists pores called as nuclear pores for the transportation of DNA, RNA and proteins. Thus, the correct answer is option B.

Where are the chromosomes found in cell? 

  1. Nucleus

  2. Cytoplasm

  3. Lysosome

  4. Ribosome


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A chromosome is a thread-like structure which is made of DNA tightly coiled many times around protein core made of histone proteins. Histone protein supports and stabilizes the structure. They are found in the nucleoplasm of the nucleus. They are absent in cytoplasm, lysosome, and ribosome. 

Nucleus of a cell

  1. Contains ribosomes

  2. Contains the genetic material

  3. Contains Golgi body

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The nucleus controls the functioning of a cell. It is generally located in the center of the cell and is spherical in shape. It has a double-walled membrane which separates it from the cytoplasm. It contains the genetic material DNA and RNA in it. This porous membrane allows the transfer of material in the nucleus and cytoplasm. The nucleus contains a dense body called as nucleolus, which actually contains chromosomes, the genetic material. 

.......... is the control centre of the cell.

  1. Nucleus

  2. Mitochondria

  3. Lysosome

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The nucleus is the membrane bound important structure of the cell. Nucleus regulates all the cellular activities by controlling the enzymes required for cellular processes. Enzymes are proteins and protein synthesis is controlled by nucleus as mRNA required for protein synthesis is made from DNA which is situated in the nucleus. It controls all the cellular activities and thus, called as brain of the cell.

Coenocytic condition is found in ______________.

  1. Ulothrix

  2. Chlamydomonas

  3. Spirogyra

  4. Vaucheria


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Vaucheria is commonly known as “water felt”; the sparsely branched or unbranched coenocytic filaments often form feltlike mats. The often macroscopic cells contain a large number of discoid plastids, with or without pyrenoids. Reproduction occurs by zoospores, aplanospores, and akinetes.

Hence D is the correct option. 

Which one of the following contains the genetic material of a eukaryotic cell?

  1. Golgi apparatus

  2. Mitochondria

  3. Nucleolus

  4. Nucleus


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Golgi apparatus is an organelle present in the cell and structurally possess series of compartments. Golgi apparatus has the main function of modifying, sorting and packaging the proteins which are synthesized by cells. Golgi bodies are also involved in the transport of lipid molecules across the cell. Golgi bodies also create lysosomes.  
Mitochondria produce the energy in the form of ATP of the cell. It consists its own DNA and called as mitochondrial DNA and not the DNA of the cell.
The nucleolus is the largest structure present in the nucleus. Ribosome synthesis and assemblage occurs in nucleolus region. The nucleus is bound with the double membrane in a eukaryotic cell in which most of the genetic material is present. The genetic material contains DNA and RNA. Thus, the correct answer is option D.

Function of Nuclear membrane is 

  1. Nuclear membrane porous and the inside of the nucleus.

  2. It allows the movement of materials between the cytoplasm and the inside of the nucleus

  3. Both A and B

  4. None of these


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Nuclear membrane is also porous and allows the movement of materials between the cytoplasm and the inside of the nucleus.

The nucleus has a double layered covering called as

  1. Cell membrane

  2. Cytoplasmic membrane

  3. Nuclear membrane

  4. Capsule


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

A eukaryotic cell has a nucleus bounded by a double wall membrane structure known as a nuclear membrane. The nuclear membrane is a discontinuous membrane having nuclear pores, which act as a protein channel for regulating the exchange of materials between cytoplasm and nucleoplasm. The gap between the inner and outer membrane is known as perinuclear space.

................ is present inside the nucleus of a cell.

  1. Mitochondrion

  2. Ribosome

  3. Endoplasmic reticulum

  4. Chromatin

  5. Centriole


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Chromatin is a complex of DNA and proteins that form chromosomes within the nucleus of eukaryotic cells. Nuclear DNA does not appear in free linear strands. 

It is highly condensed and wrapped around nuclear proteins in order to fit inside the nucleus. 
So option D is correct. 

The transmission of hereditary characteristics is carried out by ___________.

  1. Nucleus

  2. Endoplasmic reticulum

  3. Ribosome

  4. Golgi apparatus

  5. Lysosome


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A- As nucleus contains the genetic material responsible for hereditery. 

Cell nucleus is the site for

I. RNA synthesis 
II. Proteins synthesis 
III. DNA synthesis

  1. I only

  2. II only

  3. III only

  4. I and III only

  5. I, II and III


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The nucleus is the important structure of the cell and fully enclosed in a nuclear membrane. It contains the cells' genetic material organized as DNA and variety of proteins to form chromosomes. This is major site for cell reproduction. The genes are first transcribed, where DNA is read by RNA polymerase to produce messenger RNA (mRNA). The nucleus is therefore the site of RNA and DNA synthesis. Whereas protein is synthesized from the mRNA in the cytoplasm. Thus, the correct answer is option D.

The nucleus possessed the ability to control phenotype was first determined by

  1. Experiments with radiolabelled phages

  2. Experiments with bacteria that identified DNA polymerase

  3. Transformation experiments with Streptococcus pneumoniae

  4. Identification of restriction endonucleases

  5. Grafting experiments with Acetabularia


Correct Option: E
Explanation:

Acetabularia consists of a rootlike holdfast, a long, cylindrical stalk; and a cuplike cap. The nucleus is present in the holdfast. Acetabularia exhibits regeneration of the cap after any injury. A. mediterranea has a smooth cap and A. crenulata, has a cap with fingerlike projections. Danish biologist J. Hämmerling and Belgian biologist J. Brachet performed grafting experiment on above mentioned species and showed that type of caps that regenerated were determined by the type of the donor species of the holdfasts, not by those donating the stalks. It was concluded, that nucleus in the holdfast of Acetabularia controls the shape of the caps. The correct answer is E.

All of the following organelles are associated with an endomembrane except

  1. Nucleus

  2. Vesicles

  3. Golgi apparatus

  4. Endoplasmic reticulum

  5. Plasma membrane


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The eukaryotic endomembrane system has a nuclear membrane, endoplasmic reticulum, Golgi apparatus, plasma membrane and various small vesicles which are constantly reorganized and serve to segregate specific metabolic processes and to provide surfaces for enzyme-catalyzed reactions.
So, the correct answer is option A.

Abhi conducted an experiment to investigate what would happen when different cell organelles of a balsam plant leaf are removed. The results are recorded in the table given.

Cell parts Out comes
P The cell cannot function properly.
Q Iodine solution remains yellowish brown.
R The cell cannot control the entry and exit of the substances.
S The cell loses its regular shape

Identify the cell parts P, Q, R and S.

(P) (Q) (R) (S)
(A) Nucleus Chloroplast Cell wall Cytoplasm
(B) Cytoplasm Chloroplast Nucleus Cell membrane
(C) Nucleus Chloroplast Cell membrane Cell wall
(D) Nucleus Chloroplast Cell wall Cell membrane
  1. A

  2. B

  3. C

  4. D


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The label P is the nucleus is the controlling centre of the cell. All the activities of the cell are controlled and regulated by the nucleus and the cell cannot function properly in the absence of this organelle. 
The label Q is the chloroplast which is responsible for making food in the form of starch which turns the iodine solution to bluish black. In the absence of chloroplast, the solution remains yellowish brown.
The label R is the cell membrane which controls the entry and the exit of the molecules.
The label S refers to the cell wall which maintains the shape of the cell.
Thus, the correct answer is option C. 

Pick the odd one out giving the suitable reasons.

  1. Nucleus

  2. Nucleolus

  3. Chromosome

  4. Ribosome


Correct Option: D
Explanation:
Ribosomes and chromosomes. A ribosome is a component of cells that synthesizes protein chains.

Karyology is the study of

  1. Cytoplasm

  2. Cell

  3. Mitochondria

  4. Nucleus


Correct Option: D
Explanation:
  • A karyotype is the number and appearance of chromosomes in the nucleus of a eukaryotic cell. The term is also used for the complete set of chromosomes in a species or in an individual organism. The study of whole sets of chromosomes is sometimes known as karyology. Hence, the karyology is the study of the nucleus.
  • So, the correct answer is 'nucleus'.

Role of nucleus in morphological differentiation was discovered in _______________.

  1. Acetabularia by Hammerling

  2. Drosophila by Morgan

  3. Neurospora by Beadle and Tatum

  4. Garden Pea by Mendel.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Answer is option (A) Acetabularia by Hammerling.

In his experiments, Hammerling grafted the stalk of one species of Acetabularia onto the foot of another species.
In all cases, the cap that eventually developed on the grafted cell matched the species of the foot rather than that of the stalk.
 In this example, the cap that is allowed to grow on the grafted stalk looks like the base species one... A. mediterranea
This experiment shows that the base is responsible for the type of cap that grows. The nucleus that contains genetic information is in the base, so the nucleus directs cellular development.



















Nucleus was discovered by

  1. Purkinje

  2. Nageli

  3. Robert Brown

  4. Hofmeister


Correct Option: C
Explanation:
  • A nucleus is a membrane-bound organelle containing the genetic material in the form of DNA molecule coiled to form the chromosomes.
  • It is also known as the control centre of the cell.
  • Within the nucleus, the DNA molecule gets transcribed into an mRNA template which is translated into a variety of proteins. 
  • These translated proteins help in performing all the important functions within the cell.
  • It was discovered by Robert Brown in the year 1831.
  • So, the correct answer is 'Robert Brown'.

Function of the cell is controlled by

  1. Protoplasm

  2. Cytoplasm

  3. Nucleolus

  4. Nucleus


Correct Option: D
Explanation:
  • Nucleus is a membrane-bound organelle containing the genetic material in the form of DNA molecule coiled to form the chromosomes.
  • It is also known as the control centre of the cell.
  • The DNA molecule gets transcribed into an mRNA template which is translated into a variety of proteins. 
  • These translated proteins help in performing all the important functions within the cell.
  • So, the answer is 'Nucleus'.

Dense fibrous complex lying adjacent to inner membrane of nuclear envelope is

  1. Chromatin

  2. Fibrous lamina

  3. Nuclear lamina

  4. Both B and C.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:
  • The nuclear membrane or karyotheca is a double membrane having pores at intervals.
  • The nuclear membrane on its inside has a supporting membrane called the nuclear lamina or the fibrous lamina having a uniform thickness.
  • It is a dense network of fibres present inside the nucleus of cells and are made up of intermediate filaments and membrane-associated proteins.
  • It provides mechanical support to the nucleus and also regulates DNA replication and cell division 
  • So, the correct answer is 'Both B and C.'

Nucleus is covered by

  1. Porous double membrane

  2. Porous single membrane

  3. Non-porous single membrane

  4. Non-porous double membrane


Correct Option: A
Explanation:
  • A nucleus is a membrane-bound organelle containing the genetic material in the form of DNA molecule coiled to form the chromosomes.
  • The nuclear membrane or the nuclear envelope is a lipid bilayer membrane (porous double-membrane) that encloses the nucleus.
  • Nuclear membranes have protein-based channels known as nuclear pores which allow the transport of molecules across the nuclear envelope.
  • So, the correct answer is 'Porous double membrane'.

Experiments to demonstrate importance of nucleus in controlling growth and heredity were performed on

  1. Acetabularia

  2. Neurospora

  3. Leucocytes

  4. Starfish egg


Correct Option: A
Explanation:
  • Hammerling's nucleocytoplasmic experiments state that the cytoplasm is the centre for all the metabolic activities in the cell and the nucleus is the controlling centre. 

  • This experiment was conducted using Acetabularia.

  • Acetabularia is a genus unicellular or single-celled green algae belonging to the family Polyphysaceae which are found in subtropical waters.

  • They are gigantic in size and complex in form, therefore, used in experiments in cell biology.

  • So, the correct answer is 'Acetabularia'.

Nucleoplasm is also called

  1. Nuclear sap

  2. Karyolymph

  3. Both A and B

  4. Nuclear matrix


Correct Option: C
Explanation:
  • Nucleoplasm refers to the soluble materials present within the nucleus that is enclosed by the nuclear envelope.
  • It is made up of enzymatic proteins (for replication of DNA and transcription RNA), ribonucleoproteins, enzymes, ions etc.
  • It is also known as karyolymph or nuclear sap.
  • So, the correct answer is 'Both A and B'.

Chromatin material which remains condensed during interphase is called

  1. Heterochromatin

  2. Euchromatin

  3. Chromonemata

  4. Megachromatin


Correct Option: A
Explanation:
  • Chromatin material which remains condensed during interphase is called heterochromatin.
  • Heterochromatin refers to the certain regions of DNA found on the chromosomes of a eukaryotic cell.
  • The heterochromatin gets darkly stained due to the highly condensed nature of the DNA in these regions and has higher ribonucleic acid content.
  • This heterochromatin is made up of high copy number tandem repeats (repetitive nucleotides).
  • So, the correct answer is 'Heterochromatin'.

Nucleus controls cytoplasmic functioning by sending out

  1. Cholesterol

  2. Protein

  3. RNA's

  4. DNA copies


Correct Option: C
Explanation:
  • The DNA present in the nucleus undergoes transcription to form the messenger RNA or mRNA.
  • The mRNA formed within the nucleus is transported out of the nucleus and into the cytoplasm of the cell and gets attached to the ribosomes. 
  • It then synthesis proteins in the cytoplasm which is required by the cell for various cellular activities.
  • So, the correct answer is 'RNAs'.

Messenger RNA is formed in

  1. Nucleus

  2. E.R.

  3. Ribosomes

  4. Golgi apparatus


Correct Option: A
Explanation:
  • Messenger RNA is formed in the nucleus.
  • The process by which mRNA is formed from the DNA present in the nucleus is called transcription.
  • The mRNA formed within the nucleus is transported out of the nucleus and into the cytoplasm of the cell and gets attached to the ribosomes. 
  • It then synthesis proteins in the cytoplasm which is required by the cell for various cellular activities.
  • So, the correct answer is 'Nucleus'.

Two membrane envelop is found in

  1. Mitochondria, Golgi apparatus and chloroplast

  2. Mitochondria, nucleus and chloroplast

  3. Nucleus, Golgi apparatus and endoplasmic reticulum

  4. Nucleus, ribosome and chloroplast


Correct Option: B
Explanation:
  • The mitochondria is a double-membraned cell organelle, known as the powerhouse of the cell which is present in all eukaryotic cells.
  • The nucleus is enclosed by the nuclear envelope which is a double-layered membrane that consists of nuclear pores to regulate the transportation of substances such as RNA into and out of the nucleus. 
  • The chloroplast is also covered by a double membrane which is known as the chloroplast envelope.
  • So, the correct answer is 'Mitochondria, nucleus and chloroplast'.

Choose the number of diploid structures in the list given.
Pollen grains, nucellus, perisperm, endosperm, embryosac, megaspore

  1. Two

  2. Three

  3. Four

  4. One


Correct Option: A

Apospory is the development of an offspring from the __________________.

  1. Cell ofnucellus

  2. Synergids or antipodals

  3. Haploid female gamete

  4. Haploid microspore


Correct Option: A

Fluid contained inside the nucleus is called _______________________

  1. Protoplasm

  2. Nucleoplasm

  3. Cytosol

  4. Cytoplasm


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The nucleus contains a viscous liquid called nucleoplasm. It contains chromosomes and nuclei. It is surrounded by a nuclear membrane and it helps in the exchange of material between nucleus and cytoplasm. So, the correct answer is option B.

Well defined nucleus is absent in

  1. Blue green algae

  2. Diatoms

  3. Algae

  4. Yeast


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Algae are a very large and diverse group of eukaryotic organisms, ranging from the microscopic unicellular Chlorella and the diatoms to giant multicellular kelps, the large brown alga. Diatoms are algae (most commonly known as phytoplanktons) with secondary chloroplasts derived from an endosymbiotic red alga. Yeats is also a eukaryote belonging to the kingdom Fungi. However, the Blue-green algae or Cyanobacteria is the most primitive photosynthetic bacteria (prokaryotic- the absence of well-defined nucleus) cell which is quite small and usually unicellular, though they often grow in colonies large enough to see.
Hence, the correct answer is option A.

Which cellular structure always show disappearance during mitosis?

  1. Nuclear membrane and nucleus

  2. Mitochondria

  3. Cell wall

  4. Chromosomes


Correct Option: A
Explanation:
  • The nuclear envelope needs to be broken apart so that the chromosomes can be found, aligned along the central plane of the cell, and then pulled apart. So during mitosis, the nuclear membrane disappears during mitosis 

So, the correct answer is 'Nuclear membrane and nucleus'

Which part of the cell controls one or more functions of the cell? 

  1. Nucleus

  2. Mitochondria

  3. Cell wall

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:
The nucleus is the most important part of the cell which regulates all the cellular activities by controlling the enzymes required for cellular processes. Enzymes are proteins and protein synthesis is controlled by nucleus as mRNA required for protein synthesis is made from DNA which is situated in the nucleus. 

Which part of the cell helps the transfer of material from the nucleus to the cytoplasm?

  1. Nuclear pores

  2. Chromatin fibres

  3. DNA

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

DNA is a long polynucleotide strand, coiled to make chromatin fibres to fit into the cell. It also helps to prevent DNA damage. It is situated in the nucleus. 

In eukaryotic cells, the nucleus is bound by a double membrane envelope. This envelope of the nucleus is called as nuclear envelope. It possesses openings at certain intervals called as 'nuclear pore'. Nuclear pores are large protein complexes molecule in the nuclear envelope. It is involved in regulation and transfer of material from nucleus and cytoplasm. Thus, the correct answer is option A.

What are the three major functional regions of a cell?

  1. (i) Plasma membrane, (ii) Cytoplasm and (iii) Nucleus

  2. (i) Plasma membrane, (ii) Lysosome and (iii) Ribosome

  3. (i) Cell wall, (ii) Lysosome and (iii) Ribosome

  4. (i) Cell wall, (ii) Cytoplasm and (iii) Nucleus


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

There are three major functional parts of the cell such as plasma membrane, cytoplasm and nucleus. Plasma membrane regulates the particles entering or leaving the cell. It carries out endocytosis, exocytosis and transport of various substances through different carrier proteins. It is also involved in cell signaling. 
Cytoplasm is a gel-like substance present in all cells. All of the cell organelles are suspended in the cytoplasm. Most of the cellular activities as metabolic pathways like glycolysis, key processes like cell division occur in the cytoplasm. 
Nucleus regulates all the cellular activities by controlling the enzymes required for cellular processes. The four main cellular functions of the cell are protein synthesis, cell division, growth and differentiation are carried out by the nucleus

So, the correct answer is option A.

Which of the following carries steroid hormone receptors?

  1. Plasma membrane

  2. Endoplasmic reticulum

  3. Nucleus

  4. Cytosol

  5. None of the above

  6. Both C & D


Correct Option: F
Explanation:

Steroid hormone receptors are found in the nucleus and cytosol. They are intra-cellular receptors responsible for the process of signal transduction. 

A nucleus is absent in the mature

  1. Sieve tube cells.

  2. Mammalian erythrocytes.

  3. Monocytes.

  4. Both A and B.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Sieve tubes are cells of phloem found in certain plants and help in long distance translocation and distribution. Their nucleus is fragmented and disappeared. Mammalian erythrocytes also called as red blood cells are formed in bone marrow from multipotential hemocytoblast and further converted to erythroblast (normoblast). The nucleus and mitochondria of erythroblast disappear and it is converted to mature erythrocyte with haemoglobin. Erythrocytes cannot multiply as they lack the nucleus and can survive for 100-120 days. Monocytes are immune cells of the human body and are capable of dividing into macrophages. So they have the well-defined nucleus. So nucleus is absent in sieve tube cells and mammalian erythrocytes.

A eukaryotic organelle that can best be seen with the light microscope is the:

  1. Endoplasmic reticulum

  2. Nucleus

  3. Polyribosome

  4. Microtubule


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The nucleus is membrane-bound organelles which are seen under a light microscope because of its large size. These are spherical in shape and encompasses nuclear membrane, chromosomes, nucleoplasm and nucleolus. It contains the cell's genetic material.

Hence, the correct answer is 'Nucleus'.

How many membranes comprise the nuclear envelope?

  1. One

  2. Two

  3. Three

  4. None


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The nuclear envelope is a membrane barrier that separates the nucleus from the cytoplasmic in eukaryotic cells. It contains a large number of proteins. The nuclear envelope is composed of two concentric bilayer membranes. The two layers are fused together into numerous tiny holes called the nuclear pores.

Hence, the correct answer is 'Two'.

The nucleus is not important as the site of:

  1. DNA synthesis

  2. RNA synthesis

  3. Synthesis of ribosomal subunits

  4. Protein synthesis


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The nucleus is a spherical organelle which is present in eukaryotic cells. The main function of the nucleus is to control gene expressions. It synthesizes RNA and DNA. Protein synthesis takes place in Ribosomes in the cytoplasm

Hence, the correct answer is 'Protein synthesis'.

Which of these is not found in the nucleus?

  1. Nucleoplasm instead of cytoplasm

  2. Functioning ribosomes

  3. Chromatin that condenses to chromosomes

  4. Nucleolus that produces rRNA


Correct Option: B

Acetabularia used in Hammerling's nucleocytoplasmic experiments is

  1. Unicellular fungus

  2. Multicellular fungus

  3. Unicellular uninucleate green alga

  4. Unicellular multinucleate green alga


Correct Option: C
Explanation:
  • Acetabularia is a genus unicellular or single-celled green algae belonging to the family Polyphysaceae which are found in subtropical waters.

  • They are gigantic in size and complex in form, therefore, used in experiments in cell biology.
  • Hammerling's nucleocytoplasmic experiments state that the cytoplasm is the centre for all the metabolic activities in the cell and the nucleus is the controlling centre. 
  • So, the correct answer is 'Unicellular uninucleate green alga'.

Hammerling's experiments on Acetobularia involved exchanging

  1. Cytoplasm

  2. Nucleus

  3. Rhizoid and stalk

  4. Gametes.


Correct Option: C
Explanation:
  • Acetabularia cell is composed of three segments: the "rhizoid" or base which contains the nucleus, the "stalk," and the "cap." 
  • In his experiments, Hammerling grafted the stalk of one species of Acetabularia onto the rhizoid of another species. In all cases, the cap that eventually developed on the grafted cell matched the species of the rhizoid rather than that of the stalk.
  • This experiment shows that the base is responsible for the type of cap that grows. The nucleus that contains genetic information is in the base, so the nucleus directs cellular development.
  • So, the correct option is 'Rhizoid and stalk'.
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