AS Level Biology (9700) - Cell Chapter Worksheet
Section A: Multiple Choice Questions
1. Which of the following is a function of the rough endoplasmic reticulum?
A. Lipid synthesis
B. Protein synthesis
C. DNA replication
D. Cell division
2. What is the correct order of organelles involved in the production and secretion of proteins?
A. Nucleus -> Golgi body -> Ribosome -> Cell membrane
B. Ribosome -> Nucleus -> Golgi body -> Cell membrane
C. Nucleus -> Ribosome -> Golgi body -> Cell membrane
D. Ribosome -> Golgi body -> Nucleus -> Cell membrane
3. Which microscope has the highest resolving power?
A. Light microscope
B. Transmission electron microscope
C. Scanning electron microscope
D. Binocular microscope
4. Which of the following is found in plant cells but not in animal cells?
A. Mitochondria
B. Ribosomes
C. Cell wall
D. Nucleus
Section B: Label the Diagram
Label the parts of a generalised animal cell. (Diagram to be added by teacher or student)
Section C: Short Answer Questions
1. Describe the structure and function of mitochondria.
2. State two differences between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells.
3. Define the term 'ultrastructure'.
4. Explain how the structure of the plasma membrane is related to its function.
Section D: Long Answer / Application-Based Questions
1. Describe the structure of the nucleus and explain how it controls the activities of the cell.
2. Compare and contrast the structures of chloroplasts and mitochondria.
3. Discuss the importance of magnification and resolution in studying cells.
4. A student observes a cell under the microscope and identifies it as a plant cell. Justify this
identification by referring to visible structures.