Cell Types Review

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What is a key difference between eukaryotic and prokaryotic cells?

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Eukaryotic cells have membrane-bound organelles, such as a nucleus and mitochondria, while prokaryotic cells do not.

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What organelle is found in eukaryotic cells but not in prokaryotic cells?

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Mitochondria.

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What is the function of the nucleus in eukaryotic cells?

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The nucleus houses the cell's genetic material (DNA) and controls cellular activities.

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What type of cell is a bacterium classified as?

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Prokaryotic cell.

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Which cell type lacks a nucleus?

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Prokaryotes.

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What is cytoplasm and where is it found?

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Cytoplasm is the jelly-like substance within a cell that contains organelles; it is found in both prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells.

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Name a characteristic feature of prokaryotic cells.

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Prokaryotic cells are generally smaller and simpler than eukaryotic cells and lack membrane-bound organelles.

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What are the two main categories of cells?

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Eukaryotic cells and prokaryotic cells.

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Can prokaryotic cells have DNA? If so, where is it located?

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Yes, prokaryotic cells have DNA, which is located in a region called the nucleoid.

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What is the role of ribosomes in a cell?

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Ribosomes are responsible for protein synthesis in both prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells.