The Eukaryotic Cell Organelle That Most Resembles a Bacterial Cell

question 69

Multiple Choice

The eukaryotic cell organelle that most resembles a bacterial cell is the ______.

• A) nucleus
• B) mitochondrion
• C) ribosome
• D) lysosome
• E) Golgi apparatus

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Definitions:

Cell Wall

A rigid structure that surrounds the cell membrane in plants, fungi, and certain bacteria, providing structural support and protection.

Extracellular Matrix

A complex network of proteins, glycoproteins, and other molecules outside cells, providing structural and biochemical support to surrounding cells.

Smooth ER

A type of endoplasmic reticulum in cells, lacking ribosomes, involved in lipid synthesis, detoxification, and calcium ion storage.

Cholesterol

A waxy, fat-like substance found in all cells of the body, necessary for the production of hormones, vitamin D, and bile acids.