Prokaryotes vs. Eukaryotes

How do prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells reproduce?

• Prokaryotic cells reproduce asexually through binary fission, while eukaryotic cells reproduce asexually only.

• Prokaryotic cells reproduce sexually, while eukaryotic cells reproduce asexually through binary fission.

• Prokaryotic cells reproduce asexually through binary fission, while eukaryotic cells can reproduce both asexually and sexually.

• Prokaryotic cells reproduce through budding, while eukaryotic cells reproduce only sexually.

What is the main difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?

• Prokaryotic cells have a nucleus, while eukaryotic cells do not.

• Prokaryotic cells are larger than eukaryotic cells.

• Prokaryotic cells do not have a nucleus or membrane-bound organelles, while eukaryotic cells do.

• Prokaryotic cells can perform photosynthesis, while eukaryotic cells cannot.

What is a nucleoid?

• A membrane-bound organelle found in eukaryotic cells.

• The region in a prokaryotic cell where the DNA is located, not enclosed by a membrane.

• A type of RNA molecule involved in protein synthesis.

• A structure that helps in the movement of the cell.

What is a eukaryote?

• An organism whose cells contain a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles.

• A type of prokaryote that lacks a nucleus.

• An organism that can only survive in extreme environments.

• A single-celled organism without membrane-bound organelles.

What is the significance of chloroplasts?

• Chloroplasts are responsible for cellular respiration in animal cells.

• Chloroplasts are organelles in plant cells that conduct photosynthesis, converting light energy into chemical energy.

• Chloroplasts are involved in the synthesis of proteins in plant cells.

• Chloroplasts are the main site of lipid storage in plant cells.

What is the function of the cell membrane?

• To provide energy for the cell

• To control the movement of substances in and out of the cell and provide protection

• To store genetic information

• To facilitate cell division

What organelles are found in eukaryotic cells but not in prokaryotic cells?

• Nucleus, mitochondria, and endoplasmic reticulum

• Ribosomes, cell wall, and chloroplasts

• Plasma membrane, cytoplasm, and flagella

• Golgi apparatus, lysosomes, and vacuoles

What is the function of vacuoles?

• Vacuoles are responsible for photosynthesis in plant cells.

• Vacuoles are storage organelles in cells that can hold various substances, including nutrients and waste products.

• Vacuoles are involved in protein synthesis within the cell.

• Vacuoles help in the movement of substances across the cell membrane.

What is a prokaryote?

• A single-celled organism that lacks a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles.

• A multicellular organism with a complex structure.

• An organism that has a defined nucleus and membrane-bound organelles.

• A type of virus that infects bacteria.

What is the difference in size between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?

• Prokaryotic cells are generally larger (10 to 100 micrometers) compared to eukaryotic cells (0.1 to 5.0 micrometers).

• Prokaryotic cells are generally smaller (0.1 to 5.0 micrometers) compared to eukaryotic cells (10 to 100 micrometers).

• Prokaryotic cells and eukaryotic cells are the same size (5 to 10 micrometers).

• Prokaryotic cells are generally smaller (1 to 10 micrometers) compared to eukaryotic cells (5 to 50 micrometers).