Prokaryots & Eukaryots Flashcards
What are the two main types of cells in biology?
Prokaryotic cells and Eukaryotic cells.
True or False: Prokaryotic cells have a nucleus.
False.
Fill in the blank: Eukaryotic cells contain membrane-bound __________.
organelles.
Which type of cell is generally smaller, prokaryotic or eukaryotic?
Prokaryotic.
What is the genetic material in prokaryotes typically structured as?
A single circular DNA molecule.
Multiple choice: Which of the following organisms are classified as eukaryotes? A) Bacteria B) Fungi C) Archaea D) Viruses
B) Fungi.
True or False: Prokaryotes can be unicellular or multicellular.
False.
What is the primary function of ribosomes in both prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?
Protein synthesis.
Fill in the blank: Prokaryotic cells reproduce through a process called __________.
binary fission.
Which type of cell has a complex cytoskeleton?
Eukaryotic cells.
Multiple choice: Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of prokaryotic cells? A) Lack of nucleus B) Presence of organelles C) Simple structure D) Smaller size
B) Presence of organelles.
True or False: Eukaryotic cells can be found in plants, animals, and fungi.
True.
What structure protects prokaryotic cells and provides shape?
Cell wall.
Fill in the blank: The __________ is a gel-like substance inside both prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells.
cytoplasm.
Which type of cell undergoes mitosis for cell division?
Eukaryotic cells.
