Multiple Choice
Which characteristic distinguishes a prokaryotic cell from a eukaryotic cell?
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5. Cell Components
Prokaryotic & Eukaryotic Cells
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Which cell feature distinguishes a colonial organism from a multicellular organism?
A
Cells in colonial organisms have specialized functions.
B
Cells in colonial organisms can survive independently.
C
Colonial organisms have a complex organ system.
D
Colonial organisms have a single nucleus per cell.
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Understand the definition of a colonial organism: A colonial organism is a collection of genetically identical cells that live together in a connected group, but each cell can survive independently if separated from the colony.
Understand the definition of a multicellular organism: A multicellular organism is composed of many cells that are specialized and interdependent, meaning they cannot survive independently if separated from the organism.
Identify the key feature of colonial organisms: The ability of individual cells to survive independently is a distinguishing feature of colonial organisms.
Compare with multicellular organisms: In multicellular organisms, cells are specialized for specific functions and rely on each other for survival, unlike colonial organisms.
Conclude the distinguishing feature: The ability of cells in colonial organisms to survive independently is what sets them apart from multicellular organisms, which have interdependent cells.
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