Choose the One Most Appropriate Response for Each

question 56

Multiple Choice

Choose the one most appropriate response for each.
-mitochondria

• A)contain enzymes for intracellular digestion
• B)primary cellular organelles where proteins are assembled
• C)package cellular secretions for export
• D)extract energy stored in carbohydrates; synthesize ATP; produce water and carbon dioxide
• E)synthesize subunits that will be assembled into two-part ribosomes in the cytoplasm
• F)molecules that participate in protein synthesis
• G)store substances
• H)encode hereditary information
• I)help distribute chromosomes to the new cells during cell division
• J)convert light energy to chemical energy stored in the chemical bonds of glucose or starch

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Definitions:

Mitochondria

Organelles within cells that are responsible for producing energy through the process of oxidative phosphorylation.

Cyanobacteria

Photosynthetic, aquatic microorganisms, also known as blue-green algae, that can produce oxygen during photosynthesis and contribute to the formation of stromatolites.

Lichens

Symbiotic organisms composed of fungi and algae or cyanobacteria, where the fungi provide structure and the algae or bacteria provide photosynthesis.

Toxic Blooms

Rapid growth of algae that produce harmful toxins, affecting water quality and marine life, and can pose risks to humans.