1.1.1. Eukaryotic And Prokaryotic Cells Flashcards

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Prokaryotes

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They have a simpler cell structure and do not contain a nucleus or other large organells

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Eukaryotes

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They have a more complex cell structure and do contain a nucleus and other large organelles

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Nucleus

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Controls the cell and contains DNA

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Cytoplasm

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Site of chemical reactions

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Cell membrane

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Controls entry of substances into the cell

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Cell wall

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Provide the cell with it shape

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Ribosomes

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Produce protein

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Mitochondria

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Site of respiration

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Slime capsule

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-Protective layer to defend bacteria against toxins and
- to stop it from drying out

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Flagella

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Allows bacteria to move

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Plasmids

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-Small circular DNA molecules
- carry extra genes from the main DNA

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Organelles in prokaryotic cell

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Ribosomes
Genetic material
Slime capsule- only some
Plasmid DNA
Cytoplasm
Cell wall
Cell membrane
Flagella- only some
Pilus- only some

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Organelles in eukaryotic cell

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Cell wall
Temporary vacuole
Cytoplasm
Ribosomes
Cell membrane
Nucleus
Mitochondria

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