Multiple Choice
Which structure or organelle is found in both prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?
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5. Cell Components
Prokaryotic & Eukaryotic Cells
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In which way is a prokaryotic cell different from a eukaryotic cell?
A
Prokaryotic cells lack a nucleus.
B
Prokaryotic cells are generally larger than eukaryotic cells.
C
Prokaryotic cells contain multiple linear chromosomes.
D
Prokaryotic cells have membrane-bound organelles.
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Understand the basic definitions: Prokaryotic cells are simple, single-celled organisms without a nucleus, while eukaryotic cells are more complex and have a defined nucleus.
Identify the key structural differences: Prokaryotic cells lack membrane-bound organelles, such as the nucleus, mitochondria, and endoplasmic reticulum, which are present in eukaryotic cells.
Consider the size comparison: Prokaryotic cells are generally smaller than eukaryotic cells, not larger.
Examine the genetic material: Prokaryotic cells typically have a single, circular chromosome, whereas eukaryotic cells have multiple linear chromosomes.
Summarize the main distinction: The absence of a nucleus in prokaryotic cells is a primary feature that differentiates them from eukaryotic cells.
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