Prokaryotes vs. Eukaryotes

Prokaryotes vs. Eukaryotes

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9th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a prokaryote?

Back

A prokaryote is a single-celled organism that lacks a membrane-bound nucleus and organelles. Examples include bacteria and archaea.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a eukaryote?

Back

A eukaryote is an organism whose cells contain a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles. Examples include plants, animals, fungi, and protists.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Do both prokaryotes and eukaryotes have cytoplasm?

Back

Yes, both prokaryotes and eukaryotes have cytoplasm.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the main difference in DNA organization between prokaryotes and eukaryotes?

Back

Prokaryotes have floating DNA that is not enclosed in a membrane, while eukaryotes have DNA enclosed within a nucleus.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are membrane-bound organelles?

Back

Membrane-bound organelles are specialized structures within eukaryotic cells that are enclosed by membranes, such as the nucleus, mitochondria, and endoplasmic reticulum.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which type of cell is generally larger, prokaryotic or eukaryotic?

Back

Eukaryotic cells are generally larger than prokaryotic cells.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a characteristic of prokaryotic cells?

Back

Prokaryotic cells are typically unicellular and lack complex structures.

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