Comparing Prokaryotic and Eukaryotic Cells

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Do prokaryotic cells contain a true nucleus?

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No, prokaryotic cells do not have a true nucleus; their genetic material is located in the nucleoid region.

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Do both prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells contain membrane-bound organelles?

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No, only eukaryotic cells contain membrane-bound organelles.

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What is a defining feature of eukaryotic cells?

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The presence of a true nucleus.

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What do all cells contain?

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All cells contain ribosomes, a cell membrane, cytoplasm, and genetic material.

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Where is the DNA located in a prokaryotic cell?

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The DNA in a prokaryotic cell is located in the nucleoid region.

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What type of cells are prokaryotic cells?

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Prokaryotic cells are unicellular organisms that lack a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles.

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What type of cells are eukaryotic cells?

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Eukaryotic cells can be unicellular or multicellular and have a true nucleus and membrane-bound organelles.

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Give an example of a prokaryotic organism.

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Bacteria are examples of prokaryotic organisms.

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Give an example of a eukaryotic organism.

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Humans, plants, and fungi are examples of eukaryotic organisms.

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What is the size difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?

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Prokaryotic cells are generally smaller (0.1 to 5.0 micrometers) than eukaryotic cells (10 to 100 micrometers).