Prokaryote vs Eukaryote

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What is a prokaryote?

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A prokaryote is a single-celled organism that lacks a membrane-bound nucleus and organelles. Examples include bacteria and archaea.

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What is a eukaryote?

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A eukaryote is an organism whose cells contain a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles. Examples include plants, animals, fungi, and protists.

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What is the main difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?

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The main difference is that prokaryotic cells do not have a nucleus or membrane-bound organelles, while eukaryotic cells do.

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Give an example of a prokaryotic organism.

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Bacteria is a common example of a prokaryotic organism.

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Give an example of a eukaryotic organism.

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Humans are an example of a eukaryotic organism.

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What type of DNA do prokaryotes have?

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Prokaryotes have circular DNA that is not enclosed within a nucleus.

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What type of DNA do eukaryotes have?

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Eukaryotes have linear DNA that is enclosed within a nucleus.

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Do prokaryotes have membrane-bound organelles?

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No, prokaryotes do not have membrane-bound organelles.

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Do eukaryotes have membrane-bound organelles?

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Yes, eukaryotes have membrane-bound organelles such as the nucleus, mitochondria, and endoplasmic reticulum.

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Which type of cell is generally larger, prokaryotic or eukaryotic?

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Eukaryotic cells are generally larger than prokaryotic cells.