Prokaryotes vs. Eukaryotes Flashcards
1
Q
How does DNA differ between prokaryotes and eukaryotes?
A
Prokaryotes have circular, naked DNA, while eukaryotes have linear DNA associated with histone proteins
2
Q
Which ribosome types are found in prokaryotes and eukaryotes?
A
Prokaryotes have 70S ribosomes, and eukaryotes have 80S ribosomes.
3
Q
What is the composition of prokaryotic cell walls?
A
Peptidoglycan (murein).