Cell Structure and Function

What is the main reason for the deep staining of the nucleus?

• It contains lipids
• It is rich in nucleic acids and proteins
• It has a thick membrane
• It stores pigments

Which of the following best defines a multinucleate cell?

• A cell with no nucleus
• A cell with more than one nucleus
• A cell with a fragmented nucleus
• A cell with a very small nucleus

What is the function of the nuclear lamina in relation to chromatin?

• It digests chromatin
• It replicates chromatin
• It helps anchor chromatin to the nuclear periphery
• It translates chromatin into proteins

Which of the following is a characteristic feature of the nucleolus?

• It is surrounded by a double membrane
• It is not surrounded by a membrane
• It contains DNA only
• It produces ATP

What is the role of the nucleus in protein synthesis?

• It synthesizes proteins directly
• It contains the DNA that provides instructions for protein synthesis
• It folds proteins into their final shape
• It degrades misfolded proteins