Prokaryotes vs. Eukaryotes Notes

Open Ended

Visit with your group and discuss what you ALREADY KNOW about cells!

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT one of the four features common to all cells?

• Cell Membrane

• Cytoplasm

• Mitochondria

• Ribosomes

Multiple Choice

Why is it important that ALL cells have genetic material and ribosomes?

• Genetic Material (DNA) is the instructions for making proteins, Ribosomes make proteins

• Genetic Material (DNA) keeps cells alive by producing cytoplasm, Ribosomes make DNA

• Genetic Material (DNA) enables the cell to ward off disease, Ribosomes are an important part of the immune system.

• Genetic Material (DNA) is the instructions for making proteins, Ribosomes make DNA.

Multiple Select

Which of the following describe prokaryotic cells? (Choose all that apply)

• No membrane bound organelles

• Presence of a nucleus

• Smaller and less complex

• Bacteria are examples

Fill in the Blank

The long tail-like structure that helps bacteria swim is called a ___.

Multiple Select

Which of the following organisms are made up of eukaryotic cells?

• Bacteria

• Plants

• Viruses

• Fungi

Categorize

Options (11)

Do NOT have a Nucleus

Have a Nucleus

Have flagella to help them swim!

Include Bacteria

Have Cell Organelles

Include Plants, Animals, Fungi, and Protists

Can be multicellular

Put the following pictures and statements into the correct category!

Prokaryotic Cells

Eukaryotic Cells

Open Ended

Explain the main difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells in terms of their complexity and internal structures.