Endosymbiosis

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What is the Endosymbiotic Theory?

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The Endosymbiotic Theory suggests that eukaryotic cells evolved from prokaryotic cells through a symbiotic relationship.

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What are mitochondria and chloroplasts similar to prokaryotic cells in terms of division?

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Mitochondria and chloroplasts divide in a manner similar to prokaryotic cells.

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What structure do prokaryotic cells lack?

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Prokaryotic cells do not have a nucleus.

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Do both prokaryotes and eukaryotes have a cell membrane?

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True, both prokaryotes and eukaryotes have a cell membrane.

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What is one piece of evidence for endosymbiosis?

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Mitochondria and chloroplasts have their own DNA.

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What type of cells are mitochondria and chloroplasts thought to have originated from?

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Mitochondria and chloroplasts are thought to have originated from prokaryotic cells.

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What is a key characteristic of eukaryotic cells?

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Eukaryotic cells have a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles.

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What is a key characteristic of prokaryotic cells?

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Prokaryotic cells are unicellular and lack a nucleus.

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What is the role of mitochondria in eukaryotic cells?

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

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What is the role of chloroplasts in plant cells?

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Chloroplasts are responsible for photosynthesis, converting sunlight into energy.