5. Cell Components

Which of the following is the simplest collection of matter that can live?

Consider two cells with the same volume but with very different surface areas due to differences in their shapes. The cell with the larger surface area is likely to __________.

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

A substance moving from outside the cell into the cytoplasm must pass through __________.

In terms of cellular function, what is the most important difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?

Bacterial cells are prokaryotic. Unlike a typical eukaryotic cell, they __________.

Which of the following features do prokaryotes and eukaryotes have in common?

Which of the following is/are likely to limit the maximum size of a cell?