S25 BIO - Unit 2: Checkpoint Prokaryotic vs. Eukaryotic

Which of the following is a characteristic of prokaryotic cells?

• They have a nucleus.

• They lack (don't have) membrane-bound organelles.

• They have a complex cytoskeleton.

• They are typically larger than eukaryotic cells.

Identify the type of cell based on the following characteristics:

presence of a nucleus

larger size

complex organelles.

• Prokaryotic cell

• Eukaryotic cell

What is one similarity between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?

• Both have a nucleus.

• Both have ribosomes.

• Both have mitochondria.

• Both have chloroplasts.

Which statement is true about the cell theory?

• All living things are made of multiple cells.

• Cells are the basic unit of structure and function in living things.

• Cells can arise spontaneously from non-living matter.

• Only eukaryotic cells are considered living.

Which of the following structures is found in eukaryotic cells but not in prokaryotic cells?

• Ribosomes

• Cell membrane

• Nucleus

• Cytoplasm

A scientist discovers a new single-celled organism with a nucleus and mitochondria.

What type of cell is it most likely to be?

• Prokaryotic

• Eukaryotic

Which of the following is a structural difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?

• Prokaryotic cells have a cell wall, eukaryotic cells do not.

• Eukaryotic cells have a nucleus, prokaryotic cells do not.

• Prokaryotic cells have mitochondria, eukaryotic cells do not.

• Eukaryotic cells have ribosomes, prokaryotic cells do not.

All cells, whether prokaryotic or eukaryotic, have a plasma membrane.

• True

• False

Which of the following is a function of the cell membrane in both prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?

• Energy production

• Protein synthesis

• Regulating the movement of substances in and out of the cell

• DNA replication

Which of the following best describes the genetic material in prokaryotic cells?

• Linear DNA within a nucleus

• Circular DNA in the cytoplasm

• Linear DNA in mitochondria

• Circular DNA within a nucleus