Prokaryotes vs. Eukaryotes

Front

What is the smallest unit of a living thing?

Back

Cells are the smallest unit of a living thing.

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Which structure is ALWAYS found in both eukaryotic and prokaryotic cells?

Back

Ribosomes are found in both eukaryotic and prokaryotic cells.

Front

Where are organelles found?

Back

Organelles are primarily found in eukaryotic cells.

Front

What type of cell is bacteria an example of?

Back

Bacteria are an example of a prokaryotic cell.

Front

Which cell type tends to be smaller, prokaryotes or eukaryotes?

Back

Prokaryotes tend to be smaller than eukaryotes.

Front

What is a prokaryotic cell?

Back

A prokaryotic cell is a simple, unicellular organism that lacks a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles.

Front

What is a eukaryotic cell?

Back

A eukaryotic cell is a complex cell that contains a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles.

Front

Name a key difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells.

Back

Prokaryotic cells do not have a nucleus, while eukaryotic cells do.

Front

What is the function of ribosomes?

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

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Do prokaryotic cells have a cell wall?

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Yes, most prokaryotic cells have a cell wall.