The 'powerhouse of the cell' is the: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The 'powerhouse of the cell' is the:
A. Nucleus
B. Mitochondria
C. Ribosome
D. Lysosome
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Mitochondria generate most of the cell's ATP through oxidative phosphorylation. They have a double membrane and their own DNA.

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Question #1
The process by which a bacterial cell takes up DNA from its environment is:
A. Conjugation
B. Transformation
C. Lysogeny
D. Transduction

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Transformation is the direct uptake and incorporation of naked DNA from the surroundings by a bacterium. Conjugation is DNA transfer via pilus, transduction via phage, lysogeny is phage DNA integration.

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Question #2
Consider statements about viruses: 1. They possess both DNA and RNA. 2. They are obligate intracellular parasites. 3. They can be crystallized. Which are correct?
A. 1, 2 and 3
B. 1 and 3 only
C. 2 and 3 only
D. 1 and 2 only

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
Viruses are unique entities containing either DNA or RNA, never both simultaneously, enclosed in a protein capsid. They are obligate intracellular parasites, requiring a host cell's machinery to replicate. Despite being biological entities, they can be crystallized like chemicals, as demonstrated by W.M. Stanley with TMV. Thus, statements 2 and 3 are correct.

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Question #3
The vitamin that functions as an antioxidant and is also known as tocopherol is:
A. Vitamin D
B. Vitamin E
C. Vitamin C
D. Vitamin A

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Vitamin E (tocopherol) is a fat-soluble antioxidant that protects cell membranes from lipid peroxidation. Vitamin C is water-soluble antioxidant, A is for vision, D for calcium.

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