Prokaryotic Cells

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What do prokaryotic cells lack?

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Prokaryotic cells do not contain a nucleus.

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What are the two main types of cells?

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The two main types of cells are Prokaryote and Eukaryote.

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Which type of cell is an example of a prokaryotic cell?

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Bacteria is the only example of a prokaryotic cell.

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What is the defining characteristic of prokaryotic cells?

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Prokaryotic cells are unicellular organisms that lack a membrane-bound nucleus.

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What is the genetic material in prokaryotic cells?

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The genetic material in prokaryotic cells is DNA, which is not enclosed in a nucleus.

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Do prokaryotic cells have ribosomes?

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Yes, prokaryotic cells have ribosomes, which are essential for protein synthesis.

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What is the size range of prokaryotic cells?

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Prokaryotic cells typically range from 0.1 to 5.0 micrometers in diameter.

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What is the cell wall composition in most prokaryotic cells?

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Most prokaryotic cells have a cell wall made of peptidoglycan.

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How do prokaryotic cells reproduce?

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Prokaryotic cells reproduce asexually through a process called binary fission.

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What is the role of the plasma membrane in prokaryotic cells?

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The plasma membrane regulates the movement of substances in and out of the cell.