JAMB Biology 1984 Question 7

Question 7

Cell Structure and Organisation

Which of the following cell constituents is NOT common in both plants and animals?

  1. A.Mitochondria
  2. B.Chloroplasts
  3. C.Ribosomes
  4. D.Golgi apparatus
  5. E.Vacuoles
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Answer: B (Chloroplasts)

Explanation

Chloroplasts are found only in plant cells (for photosynthesis). Animal cells have mitochondria, ribosomes, Golgi apparatus and small vacuoles too.