Eukaryotic And Prokaryotic Cell Flashcards
What are the two main types of cells?
Prokaryotic cells and eukaryotic cells.
Which type of cell lacks a nucleus?
Prokaryotic cells.
True or False: Eukaryotic cells have membrane-bound organelles.
True.
Fill in the blank: Prokaryotic cells are generally _____ than eukaryotic cells.
smaller.
What is the primary genetic material in prokaryotic cells?
Circular DNA (chromosome).
Which type of cell is typically more complex?
Eukaryotic cells.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a characteristic of prokaryotic cells? A) Nucleus B) Membrane-bound organelles C) Peptidoglycan cell wall D) Linear DNA
C) Peptidoglycan cell wall.
What type of organisms are made up of prokaryotic cells?
Bacteria and Archaea.
True or False: Eukaryotic cells can be unicellular or multicellular.
True.
What is the function of ribosomes in both prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?
Protein synthesis.
Fill in the blank: Eukaryotic cells have a _____ that contains their genetic material.
nucleus.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT found in prokaryotic cells? A) Plasma membrane B) Mitochondria C) Cytoplasm D) Ribosomes
B) Mitochondria.
What structure protects the prokaryotic cell and helps maintain its shape?
Cell wall.
True or False: Eukaryotic cells reproduce asexually only.
False.
What is the main difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic DNA?
Prokaryotic DNA is circular and not associated with histones, while eukaryotic DNA is linear and associated with histones.
Fill in the blank: The _____ is a jelly-like substance found inside both prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells.
cytoplasm.
What type of cell division do prokaryotic cells undergo?
Binary fission.
Multiple Choice: Which organelle is responsible for energy production in eukaryotic cells? A) Ribosome B) Golgi apparatus C) Mitochondria D) Nucleus
C) Mitochondria.
True or False: Prokaryotic cells can have plasmids.
True.
What is the term for the outermost layer of a prokaryotic cell?
Capsule (or glycocalyx).
Fill in the blank: Eukaryotic cells have a _____ system for processing and transporting proteins.
endomembrane.
What type of prokaryotic cell has a thick peptidoglycan layer?
Gram-positive bacteria.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is characteristic of eukaryotic cells? A) No nucleus B) Linear chromosomes C) Smaller size D) Binary fission
B) Linear chromosomes.
True or False: Eukaryotic cells can be found in plants, animals, fungi, and protists.
True.
What is the primary function of the plasma membrane in both prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?
Regulating the movement of substances in and out of the cell.
