Cell Structure and Function

Which of the following organelles can be observed easily under a light microscope?

• Ribosomes
• Mitochondria
• Lysosomes
• Plastids

Which of the following is a similarity between mitochondria and plastids?

• Both perform photosynthesis
• Both store starch
• Both are found in animal cells
• Both have double membranes

Which of the following is a unique feature of mitochondria?

• Presence of thylakoids
• Presence of cellulose walls
• Presence of nucleoid
• Presence of cristae

Which part of the plant would most likely contain chromoplasts?

• Roots
• Leaves
• Stems
• Flower petals

Which of the following plastids are found in roots and tubers?

• Chloroplasts
• Chromoplasts
• Etioplasts
• Leucoplasts