BS Cell Biology and Genetics

Question 1

What is the function of the mitochondria in a cell?

Accepted Answer

To produce ATP through cellular respiration

Answer

To synthesize proteins

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To store genetic information

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To transport materials within the cell

Question 2

Which molecule carries genetic information in most living organisms?

Accepted Answer

DNA

Answer

RNA

Answer

ATP

Answer

Protein

Question 3

What is the process by which DNA is copied before cell division?

Accepted Answer

DNA replication

Answer

Transcription

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Translation

Answer

Meiosis

Question 4

What are the building blocks of proteins?

Accepted Answer

Amino acids

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Nucleotides

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Fatty acids

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Monosaccharides

Question 5

Which type of cell division produces gametes (sex cells)?

Accepted Answer

Meiosis

Answer

Mitosis

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Binary fission

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Budding

Question 6

What is the role of ribosomes in a cell?

Accepted Answer

Protein synthesis

Answer

Energy production

Answer

DNA storage

Answer

Lipid digestion