Prokaryotic & Eukaryotic Cells

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What type of cell was the first to appear on Earth?

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Prokaryotic cells were the first type of cells to appear on Earth.

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What is the primary function of DNA in cells?

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The primary function of DNA is to store genetic instructions.

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Which characteristic is NOT true for eukaryotic cells?

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Eukaryotic cells do not lack membrane-bound organelles; they have them.

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What is the purpose of flagella in prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?

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The purpose of flagella is to propel the cell through liquid.

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What common structure is found in both prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?

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Ribosomes are found in both prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells.

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Define prokaryotic cells.

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Prokaryotic cells are simple, single-celled organisms without a nucleus or membrane-bound organelles.

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Define eukaryotic cells.

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Eukaryotic cells are complex cells that contain a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles.

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What is the role of ribosomes in cells?

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Ribosomes are responsible for protein synthesis in both prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells.

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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 a key difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic DNA?

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Prokaryotic DNA is circular and not enclosed in a nucleus, while eukaryotic DNA is linear and contained within a nucleus.