Prokaryote and Eukaryote Flashcards
(20 cards)
What is the primary difference in cell structure between prokaryotes and eukaryotes?
Prokaryotes do not have a nucleus or membrane-bound organelles, while eukaryotes do.
True or False: Prokaryotic cells are generally larger than eukaryotic cells.
False
Fill in the blank: Prokaryotes are typically ________ organisms.
unicellular
What type of genetic material do prokaryotes possess?
A single circular DNA molecule.
Which type of organism is more complex, prokaryotes or eukaryotes?
Eukaryotes
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a characteristic of eukaryotic cells? A) No nucleus B) Membrane-bound organelles C) Circular DNA
B) Membrane-bound organelles
What is the size range of prokaryotic cells?
Typically 0.1 to 5.0 micrometers.
True or False: Eukaryotic cells can be unicellular or multicellular.
True
Fill in the blank: The cell wall of most prokaryotes is primarily composed of ________.
peptidoglycan
Which cell type has ribosomes that are larger, prokaryotic or eukaryotic?
Eukaryotic
Multiple Choice: Which organelle is not found in prokaryotes? A) Ribosome B) Nucleus C) Plasma membrane
B) Nucleus
What is the reproductive method commonly used by prokaryotes?
Binary fission.
True or False: Eukaryotic cells can perform meiosis and mitosis.
True
Fill in the blank: The genetic material in eukaryotic cells is organized into ________.
chromosomes
What structure do prokaryotes lack that is present in eukaryotes?
A true nucleus.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a type of eukaryote? A) Bacteria B) Archaea C) Fungi
C) Fungi
What are the two main groups of prokaryotes?
Bacteria and Archaea.
True or False: Prokaryotic cells have membrane-bound organelles.
False
Fill in the blank: Eukaryotic cells have a ________ that separates the nucleus from the cytoplasm.
nuclear membrane
What is a common feature of both prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?
Both have a plasma membrane.
