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Chapter 2 Cells and Tissues Review Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which cell organelle is responsible for breaking down cellular waste and damaged organelles?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Lysosomes contain enzymes that degrade waste and damaged organelles.
Question 2 of 5
During which phase of meiosis do homologous chromosomes separate and move toward opposite poles of the cell?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Homologous chromosomes separate during Anaphase I.
Question 3 of 5
Which organelle is responsible for producing ATP through cellular respiration?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Mitochondria produce ATP via cellular respiration.
Question 4 of 5
The type of cartilage found in your nose is:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Hyaline cartilage is found in the nose, providing support with flexibility; it's smooth and glassy in appearance.
Question 5 of 5
Total body water, expressed as a percentage of body weight
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Deuterium oxide (D2O) is a standard tracer for measuring total body water via dilution; women have less TBW (~50%) than men (~60%) due to higher fat content.