The cytoplasmic space in eukaryotic cells is occupied by many diverse membrane-bound structures with specific cellular functions called

A. flagella.
B. chromosomes.
C. organelles.
D. cilia.
E. receptors.


Answer: C

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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A. True B. False

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