Prokaryotic vs. Eukaryotic Cells

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What is the main difference between Prokaryotic and Eukaryotic cells?

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Prokaryotic cells lack a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles, while Eukaryotic cells have a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles.

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What is a cell membrane?

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A cell membrane is a biological membrane that separates and protects the interior of all cells from the outside environment.

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Define unicellular organism.

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An organism that consists of a single cell.

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Define multicellular organism.

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An organism that consists of multiple cells.

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What is a characteristic of Prokaryotic cells?

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Prokaryotic cells are typically unicellular and have floating DNA.

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What is a characteristic of Eukaryotic cells?

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Eukaryotic cells can be unicellular or multicellular and contain a nucleus.

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What does 'floating DNA' refer to in Prokaryotic cells?

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It refers to the genetic material that is not enclosed within a nucleus.

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What is the size comparison between Prokaryotic and Eukaryotic cells?

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Prokaryotic cells are generally much smaller than Eukaryotic cells.

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What is an example of a unicellular Eukaryotic organism?

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Examples include amoeba and paramecium.

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What is an example of a multicellular Eukaryotic organism?

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Examples include humans, trees, and animals.