BIO 210 - CHAPTER 3 EXAM | QUESTIONS & ANSWERS (VERIFIED) | LATEST UPDATE | GRADED A+

BIO 210 - CHAPTER 3 EXAM | QUESTIONS & ANSWERS (VERIFIED) | LATEST UPDATE | GRADED A+ Plasma membrane Correct Answer: forms the outer boundary of the cell Cellular organelles Correct Answer: each performs specific functions Nucleus Correct Answer: contains the cell's genetic material and directs cell activities Cytoplasm Correct Answer: the material between the plasma membrane and nucleus Main functions of cells Correct Answer: -cell metabolism and energy release -synthesis of molecules -communication -reproduction and inheritance 2 Plasma membrane Correct Answer: also called the plasmolemma or cell membrane Functions of the plasma membrane Correct Answer: -encloses and supports the cell contents -acts as a selective barrier that regulates what goes into and out of the cell -plays a role in communication between cells -separates intracellular substances from extracellular substances Intracellular Correct Answer: inside cells Extracellular (intercellular) Correct Answer: between cells also called interstitial flui