Prokaryotic and Eukaryotic Cells

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Prokaryotic cells are relatively unstructured with their DNA, ribosomes, and enzymes free floating within the cell cytoplasm.

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True

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Are plant cells and bacteria examples of prokaryotic cells?

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False

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Do Prokaryotic and Eukaryotic cells both contain a nucleus?

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False

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Which cell contains chloroplasts?

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Plant Cells

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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of eukaryotic cells?

• DNA is separated from the cytoplasm by a nuclear membrane.
• They are complex cells.
• They are large cells.
• They lack membrane-bound organelles.

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They lack membrane-bound organelles.

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Which organelle is found in both eukaryotic and prokaryotic cells?

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Ribosomes

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What is the function of the mitochondria?

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Generates most of the chemical energy needed to power the cell’s biochemical reactions.

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What is the function of the lysosomes?

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Break down unwanted macromolecules.

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What is the function of the smooth endoplasmic reticulum?

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Synthesis lipids and steroid hormones, as well as the detoxification of harmful metabolic by-products.

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What is the function of the ribosomes?

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Contains RNA and associated proteins that function to synthesise proteins