ATI RN
Multiple Choice Questions on Cells Tissues and Organs Questions
Question 1 of 5
A transfer RNA has the anticodon sequence UAC. With which codon in the following messenger RNA will it pair?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: tRNA anticodon UAC pairs with mRNA codon AUG (complementary base pairing).
Question 2 of 5
What term describes how the plasma membrane controls what enters and exits the cell?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The plasma membrane is semipermeable, allowing selective passage of substances.
Question 3 of 5
Which organelle and function is correctly matched?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Lysosomes contain hydrolytic enzymes for digestion; other matches are incorrect.
Question 4 of 5
When a cell is placed into a hypotonic solution, water will move the cell and the cell may
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: In a hypotonic solution, water enters the cell, potentially causing it to swell and lyse.
Question 5 of 5
DNA acts as a template to make mRNA during:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Transcription uses DNA as a template to synthesize mRNA.