Question

Eukaryotic cells vary in structure according to their function. An example of a characteristic of a eukaryotic cell that relate closely to the cell's function is:

A. a bacterial cell wall providing support for the cell

B. the trachea aiding i the exchange of gases in the lungs

C. muscle cells having an elongated shape

D. plant cells containing a nucleus

Answer 1

The correct answer is C. muscle cells having an elongated shape.

Muscle cells are specialized for contraction and movement. Their elongated shape allows them to span long distances within the body and generate force. The elongated shape of muscle cells allows them to align in parallel, enabling coordinated contraction and the generation of mechanical force necessary for muscle function. This structural characteristic is directly related to the function of muscle cells in facilitating movement in organisms.