Endosymbiosis

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What are prokaryotes?

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Prokaryotes are unicellular organisms that lack a membrane-bound nucleus and organelles.

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Name two organelles that arose from endosymbiosis.

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Chloroplasts and Mitochondria.

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What does the theory of Endosymbiosis explain?

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The theory explains the origin of eukaryotic cells from prokaryotic organisms.

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Which type of cell does NOT contain membrane-bound organelles?

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Prokaryotic cells.

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What are membrane-bound organelles?

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Organelles that are enclosed by membranes, such as the nucleus, mitochondria, and chloroplasts.

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What is the main difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?

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Prokaryotic cells are unicellular and lack membrane-bound organelles, while eukaryotic cells are multicellular and contain membrane-bound organelles.

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Give an example of a prokaryotic organism.

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Bacteria.

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What is the function of mitochondria?

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Mitochondria are the powerhouse of the cell, generating ATP through cellular respiration.

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What is the function of chloroplasts?

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Chloroplasts are responsible for photosynthesis, converting sunlight into energy in plant cells.

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How do eukaryotic cells differ in structure from prokaryotic cells?

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Eukaryotic cells have a defined nucleus and organelles, while prokaryotic cells do not.