Functions of cell organelles — KCSE Biology

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State the functions of the nucleus, mitochondria, and ribosomes

Relate the structure of organelles to their functions

Functions of cell organelles

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Name the cell organelle associated with each of the following functions: (a) Controls all cell activities and contains the genetic material (DNA) (b) Stores cell sap and maintains turgor in plant cells (c) Provides structural support and gives plant cells their shape

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Part (a) — 3 marks
Correct organelle for function (a) (1 mk)
Correct organelle for function (b) (1 mk)
Correct organelle for function (c) (1 mk)
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List the functions of the following cell organelles: (a) nucleus (b) mitochondria (c) ribosomes. (3 marks)

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Part (a) — 3 marks
Controls cellular activities and stores genetic information (nucleus) (1 mk)
Produces ATP through aerobic respiration (mitochondria) (1 mk)
Synthesize proteins by translating mRNA (ribosomes) (1 mk)
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easySHORT ANSWER3 marks

State the metabolic process(es) that occur in each of the following organelles: (a) Chloroplast (b) Mitochondrion (c) Vacuole

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Part (a) — 3 marks
Correct metabolic process for organelle (a) (1 mk)
Correct metabolic process for organelle (b) (1 mk)
Correct metabolic process for organelle (c) (1 mk)
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Name the cell organelle associated with each of the following functions: (a) Packages proteins for export from the cell (b) Site of aerobic respiration and ATP production (c) Site of protein synthesis

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