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Cells
Although there are many different types of cells in terms of size, structure, and function, all cells have certa…
Item CE133001: The inside of an animal cell contains liquid water and molecular structures that provide organization and shape.
What is TRUE about the inside of an animal cell?
- The inside of an animal cell is completely solid.
- The inside of an animal cell is completely filled with air.
- The inside of an animal cell is completely filled with liquid water.
- The inside of an animal cell contains liquid water and molecular structures that provide organization and shape.
- Distribution of Responses
- Students Responding Correctly
| Group | Correct | Total | Percent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 984 | 1536 | 64% |
| Grades | |||
| 6–8 | 558 | 930 | 60% |
| 9–12 | 425 | 602 | 71% |
| Gender | |||
| Male | 414 | 717 | 58% |
| Female | 554 | 787 | 70% |
| Primary Language | |||
| English | 887 | 1362 | 65% |
| Other | 74 | 132 | 56% |
- Disciplinary Core Ideas
- LS1.A Within cells, special structures are responsible for particular functions, and the cell membrane forms the boundary that controls what enters and leaves the cell.
- NRC Framework
- LS1.A The essential functions of a cell involves chemical reactions between many types of molecules, including water, proteins, carbohydrates, lipids, and nucleic acids.