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Question 1

Prokaryote vs. eukaryote

Answer 1

Prokaryotes are always unicellular, while eukaryotes are often multi-celled organisms

Question 2

Comparing and contrasting the structures of bacteria vs. plant vs. animal cells

Answer 2

Because bacteria are prokaryotic, they do not have a nucleus and no membrane-bound organelles. In contrast, plants and animals are made up of eukaryotic cells, which means they have a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles like mitochondria or golgi apparatus

Question 3

Role of lipids, proteins, and carbohydrates in the cell membrane

Answer 3

Lipids are the main component of the cell membrane and are often referred to as fats. Proteins serve as pumps or channels moving materials in and out of the cell membrane. Carbohydrates are compounds that form sugars and are made of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen.