Prokaryotes vs. Eukaryotes

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What is the main difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?

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Prokaryotic cells do not have a nucleus or membrane-bound organelles, while eukaryotic cells do.

Front

What type of organism is characterized by having a nucleus?

Back

Eukaryote.

Front

Which cellular structure is found in both prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?

Back

Ribosomes.

Front

What is a defining feature of prokaryotic cells regarding their genetic material?

Back

Prokaryotic cells have their DNA not enclosed within a membrane.

Front

What type of cell is typically unicellular?

Back

Prokaryotic cell.

Front

What type of cell can be multicellular?

Back

Eukaryotic cell.

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Front

What evidence supports the hypothesis that prokaryotes evolved before eukaryotes?

Back

Prokaryotes have no nucleus and fewer genes.

Front

What is the function of ribosomes in both prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?

Back

Ribosomes are responsible for protein synthesis.

Front

What type of cell lacks membrane-bound organelles?

Back

Prokaryotic cell.

Front

What is the significance of a cell having a membrane enclosing its DNA?

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It indicates that the cell is eukaryotic.