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The document consists of multiple-choice questions (MCQs) and assertion-reason questions related to cell biology. Key topics include the functions of various cell organelles, the structure of cells, and the principles of cell theory. It also covers concepts such as osmosis, the role of mitochondria, and the differences between plant and animal cells.

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Cell mcqs

The document consists of multiple-choice questions (MCQs) and assertion-reason questions related to cell biology. Key topics include the functions of various cell organelles, the structure of cells, and the principles of cell theory. It also covers concepts such as osmosis, the role of mitochondria, and the differences between plant and animal cells.

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Cell mcqs

Which plastids are colourless?


Chromoplasts
Chloroplast
Leucoplasts
All of the above
None of the above
An unripe green fruit changes colour when it ripens. The reason being:
Chromoplasts changes to chlorophyll
Chromoplasts changes to chromosomes
Chromosomes changes to chromoplasts
Chloroplast changes to chromoplasts
None of the above
The phenomenon where cytoplasms shrink in a hypertonic medium is called:
Frontolysis
Plasmolysis
Acidolysis
Allolysis
None of the above
________ is called the energy currency of the cell
Endoplasmic reticulum
Oxygen
ATP
Mitochondria
None of the above
________ is called the powerhouse of the cell
Mitochondria
ATP
Lysosomes
Red blood cells
None of the above
________ coined the term “cell.”
Gorbachev
Himmler
Robert Hooke
Antonie van Leeuwenhoek
None of the above
Which of the following statements is incorrect?
Cytoplasm is also known as protoplasm
Lysosomes are known as the suicide bags of the cell
Mitochondria has its own DNA
All of the above are incorrect
None of the above
Which of the following is not a function of the vacuole in plants?
They store toxic metabolic wastes
They help with the process of cell division
They help to maintain turgidity
They provide structural support
None of the above
Where are the essential proteins and lipids required for cell membrane, manufactured?
Lysosome
Chromosomes
Endoplasmic reticulum
Mitochondria
None of the above
The process by which water moves through a semi-permeable membrane from a region of high
concentration to a region of lower concentration, thereby equalizing water concentration is
called:
Evaporation
Diffusion
Osmosis
All of the above
None of the above
What is the structural and functional unit of life?A) CellB) OrganismC) TissueD) Organ
Answer: A) Cell
Who discovered the cell?A) Robert HookeB) Anton van LeeuwenhoekC) Louis PasteurD)
Robert Brown
Answer: A) Robert Hooke
Which scientist proposed the cell theory?A) Matthias Schleiden and Theodor SchwannB) Robert
HookeC) Louis PasteurD) Anton van Leeuwenhoek
Answer:
A) Matthias Schleiden and Theodor Schwann
Which cellular component is often referred to as the “powerhouse” of the cell?A) Golgi
apparatusB) MitochondriaC) Endoplasmic reticulumD) Ribosomes
Answer: B) Mitochondria
Which cell organelle is responsible for protein synthesis?A) RibosomesB) LysosomesC) Golgi
apparatusD) Endoplasmic reticulum
Answer: A) Ribosomes
Which type of cells lack a well-defined nucleus?A) Prokaryotic cellsB) Eukaryotic cellsC) Plant
cellsD) Animal cells
Answer: A) Prokaryotic cells
What is the function of the cell membrane?A) Regulation of cell functionsB) Energy
productionC) Protein synthesisD) Storage of genetic material
Answer: A) Regulation of cell functions
Which cell organelle contains digestive enzymes and helps in the digestion of cellular waste?A)
Golgi apparatusB) Endoplasmic reticulumC) MitochondriaD) Lysosomes
Answer: D) Lysosomes
Which structure is found in plant cells but not in animal cells?A) ChloroplastB) CentriolesC)
LysosomesD) Nucleus
Answer: A) Chloroplast
What is the function of the nucleus in a cell?A) Synthesis of proteinsB) Cellular respirationC)
Control of cell activities and storage of genetic materialD) Breakdown of cellular waste
Answer: C) Control of cell activities and storage of genetic material

In the following questions, a statement of assertion (A) is followed by a statement of reason (R).
Mark the correct choice as:
(a) Both assertion (A) and reason (R) are true and reason (R) is the correct explanation of
assertion (A).
(b) Both assertion (A) and reason (R) are true but reason (R) is not the correct explanation of
assertion (A).
(c) Assertion (A) is true but reason (R) is false.
(d) Assertion (A) is false but reason (R) is true.

Q.1. Assertion : A cell swells up when present in a hypotonic solution.


Reason : More water molecules enter the cell than they leave.
Answer.a

2.Assertion : The endoplasmic reticulum which lacks ribosomes is called smooth endoplasmic
reticulum
Reason : SER is mainly involved in protein synthesis.
Answer. C

Q.3. Assertion : Mitochondria and chloroplasts are semiautonomous organelles.


Reason : They are formed by division of pre-existing organelles and contain DNA but lack
protein synthesizing machinery.
Answer. C

Q.4. Assertion : Plasma membrane is selectively permeable.


Reason : Plasma membrane allows some molecules to pass through it more easily than others.
Answer. A

Q.5. Assertion : Leucoplasts perform photosynthesis.


Reason : Chloroplasts store fats, starch and proteins.
Answer. D

Q.6. Assertion : Cell wall is a non-living part of the cell.


Reason : It offers protection, definite shape and support.
Answer. A

Q.7. Assertion : A cell membrane shows fluid behaviour.


Reason : A membrane is a mosaic of lipids and proteins.
Answer. A

Q.8. Assertion : A plant cell bursts if placed in water.


Reason : High turgor pressure causes bursting of plant cells.
Answer. D

Q.9. Assertion : Mitochondria are called ‘powerhouses’ of the cell.


Reason : Mitochondria produce cellular energy in the form of ATP.
Answer. A

Q.10. Assertion : Plant cells have very large vacuoles.


Reason : In plant cells, vacuoles are full of cell sap.
Answer.a

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