An Important Function of Specialized Membranes Found in Certain Organelles

question 13

Multiple Choice

An important function of specialized membranes found in certain organelles is to

• A) help the organelles move.
• B) protect the organelles from increased temperatures.
• C) transform energy.
• D) make use of the cells' internal genetic information.
• E) destroy cellular waste products.

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Definitions:

Protein

Large, complex molecules that play many critical roles in the body, including in the structure, function, and regulation of tissues and organs.

Complementary Strand

Refers to the sequence of nucleotides in DNA or RNA that is precise pairing opposite to another sequence, forming a double-stranded structure.

DNA

DNA, a molecule responsible for carrying the genetic information necessary for the growth, development, operation, and reproduction of all recognized living organisms and numerous viruses.

Nucleic Acid

Macromolecules, such as DNA or RNA, that store and transfer genetic information in cells, fundamental to the function of living organisms.