Prokaryote vs eukaryote

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What is the main difference between prokaryotes and eukaryotes?

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Prokaryotes are unicellular organisms without a nucleus, while eukaryotes are organisms whose cells contain a nucleus.

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Which type of cell is generally larger, prokaryote or eukaryote?

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Eukaryote.

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Do eukaryotes have a nucleus?

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Yes, eukaryotes have a nucleus.

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Do prokaryotes have a nucleus?

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No, prokaryotes do not have a nucleus.

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What are examples of eukaryotic organisms?

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Examples include plants, animals, fungi, and protists.

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What are examples of prokaryotic organisms?

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Examples include bacteria and archaea.

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What is the size range of prokaryotic cells?

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Prokaryotic cells typically range from 0.1 to 5.0 micrometers in diameter.

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What is the size range of eukaryotic cells?

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Eukaryotic cells typically range from 10 to 100 micrometers in diameter.

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What type of genetic material do prokaryotes have?

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Prokaryotes have circular DNA that is not enclosed in a nucleus.

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What type of genetic material do eukaryotes have?

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Eukaryotes have linear DNA that is enclosed within a nucleus.