If we remove the cell wall from a plant cell, .

B. It will continue to live normally

D. It will change its shape but survive

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131.
Which structure controls the function of all others?
Correct Answer: D. Nucleus
One-liner
The nucleus is the control center of the cell that regulates all cellular activities.
132.
The difference between the rough endoplasmic reticulum and smooth endoplasmic reticulum is due to the presence of _?
Correct Answer: A. Ribosomes
One-liner
The rough endoplasmic reticulum (RER) has ribosomes attached to its surface, while the smooth endoplasmic reticulum (SER) lacks them.
133.
If we remove the cell wall from a plant cell, .
Correct Answer: A. It will die
One-liner
If the cell wall is removed from a plant cell, it will die because the cell wall provides structural support and protection without which the cell cannot survive.
134.
The RNA found in ribosomes is _?
Correct Answer: C. rRNA
One-liner
The RNA found in ribosomes is rRNA (ribosomal RNA).
135.
Under a microscope plant cells appeared rigid in shape, unlike flexible animal cells. Which structure explains this difference?
Correct Answer: B. Cell wall
One-liner
Plant cells appear rigid due to the presence of a cell wall, which is absent in animal cells.
136.
Which of the following have hydrolytic materials?
Correct Answer: B. Lysosomes
One-liner
Lysosomes contain hydrolytic enzymes that break down waste materials and cellular debris.
137.
Which one of the following is absent in animal cells?
Correct Answer: A. Cellulose
One-liner
Animal cells lack cellulose, which is a structural polysaccharide found exclusively in plant cell walls.
138.
What is the cell called that results from the union of an ovum and a spermatozoon?
Correct Answer: B. Zygote
One-liner
The cell formed by the union of an ovum and a spermatozoon is called a zygote.
139.
Which is present only in animal cells while absent in higher plant cells?
Correct Answer: D. Centriole
One-liner
Centriole is the organelle present only in animal cells and absent in higher plant cells.
140.
How many daughter cells are produced from mitosis?
Correct Answer: D. Two
One-liner
Mitosis produces two genetically identical daughter cells from a single parent cell.

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