GCE O-Level · Science (Chemistry, Biology) (5088)

Cell Structure and Organisation: Practice Questions

5 multiple-choice questions marked as you go, and 5 written questions with worked solutions. All on Cell Structure and Organisation.

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Question 1

1 mark

A student observes a cell under a light microscope and identifies a large central vacuole and chloroplasts. Which type of cell is being observed?

Question 2

1 mark

Red blood cells are specialized for the transport of oxygen. Which structural feature helps them carry the maximum amount of oxygen possible?

Question 3

1 mark

Which of the following correctly matches the cell structure to its function?

Question 4

1 mark

Which organelle is responsible for the process of aerobic respiration to release energy for cellular activities?

Question 5

1 mark

Which structural adaptation allows a red blood cell to transport more oxygen efficiently?

Question 6

2 marks

In a plant cell, what is the function of the large, sap-filled vacuole?

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Question 7

3 marks

Compare one structural difference between a typical animal cell and a typical plant cell regarding their outer boundaries.

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Question 8

5 marks

A root hair cell has a long, narrow protrusion. Explain how this specific adaptation supports its function in a flowering plant.

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Question 9

3 marks

A student observes two different cell types under a light microscope. Cell A is a rectangular cell with a rigid outer layer and several green oval structures inside. Cell B is an irregular, spherical shape and lacks these green structures.

(a) Identify the kingdom of life Cell A likely belongs to and name the green structures observed.
(b) Compare the vacuoles found in Cell A and Cell B in terms of their size and permanence.

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Question 10

4 marks

Specialised cells have unique structures that allow them to perform specific functions efficiently.

(a) Describe two structural adaptations of a red blood cell that enable it to transport the maximum amount of oxygen.
(b) Muscle cells contain a significantly higher number of a specific organelle compared to skin cells. Identify this organelle and explain why it is essential for the function of muscle tissue.

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