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Cell Structure: Prokaryotic vs. Eukaryotic Flashcards

1
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What is the main difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?

A

Prokaryotic cells lack a nucleus, while eukaryotic cells have a nucleus.

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True or False: Prokaryotic cells are typically smaller in size compared to eukaryotic cells.

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True

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Which type of cell has membrane-bound organelles: prokaryotic or eukaryotic?

A

Eukaryotic cells

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Fill in the blank: Prokaryotic cells have a ____________ membrane.

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Cell

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What is the function of the nucleus in eukaryotic cells?

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The nucleus contains the cell’s genetic material and controls cell activities.

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Which type of cell is more complex in terms of internal structure: prokaryotic or eukaryotic?

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Eukaryotic cells

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True or False: Eukaryotic cells can be unicellular or multicellular.

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True

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What is the function of the cell wall in prokaryotic cells?

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The cell wall provides structural support and protection.

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Fill in the blank: Eukaryotic cells have a ____________ that separates the nucleus from the cytoplasm.

A

Nuclear membrane

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Which type of cell is found in bacteria: prokaryotic or eukaryotic?

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Prokaryotic cells

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True or False: Eukaryotic cells can perform more specialized functions compared to prokaryotic cells.

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True

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What is the function of ribosomes in both prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?

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Ribosomes are responsible for protein synthesis.

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Fill in the blank: Eukaryotic cells have a ____________ that is involved in cellular respiration.

A

Mitochondria

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Which type of cell has circular DNA: prokaryotic or eukaryotic?

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Prokaryotic cells

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True or False: Eukaryotic cells have a cytoskeleton for structural support.

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True

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What is the function of the endoplasmic reticulum in eukaryotic cells?

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The endoplasmic reticulum is involved in protein and lipid synthesis.

17
Q

Fill in the blank: Prokaryotic cells lack a ____________.

A

Nucleus

18
Q

Which type of cell has a single, circular chromosome: prokaryotic or eukaryotic?

A

Prokaryotic cells

19
Q

True or False: Eukaryotic cells have multiple linear chromosomes.

A

True

20
Q

What is the function of the Golgi apparatus in eukaryotic cells?

A

The Golgi apparatus processes and packages proteins for transport.

21
Q

Fill in the blank: Prokaryotic cells lack ____________.

A

Membrane-bound organelles

22
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Which type of cell has a cell membrane: prokaryotic or eukaryotic?

A

Both prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells

23
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True or False: Eukaryotic cells have a larger surface area to volume ratio compared to prokaryotic cells.

A

False

24
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What is the function of the lysosomes in eukaryotic cells?

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Lysosomes contain enzymes for digestion and waste removal.

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