6.1-6.2

Question 1

Prokaryote

Answer 1

Simpler cells with no nucleus

Question 2

Eukaryote

Answer 2

Complex cells with DNA contained in the nucleus

Question 3

Structure of the cell membrane

Answer 3

A phospholipid bilayer that makes up the barrier of the cell that separates the inside from the outside of the cell. It has a fluid mosaic structure.

Question 4

Role of lipids in the cell membrane

Answer 4

They make the main part of the membrane, forming the phospholipid bylayer.

Question 5

Role of carbohydrates in the cell membrane

Answer 5

They can act as markers on the outside of the membrane to differentiate the cell from others.

Question 6

Role of proteins in the cell membrane

Answer 6

Have various functions, for example, they pump larger molecules in and out of the cell.

Question 7

Prokaryote cell benefits

Answer 7

More efficient with energy and faster to reproduce

Question 8

Eukaryote cell benefits

Answer 8

They can perform specialized tasks.