Prokaryotes Vs Eukaryotes

Question 1

Why is biological classification important?

Answer 1

It groups living things according to their characteristics, aiding in organization and understanding of organisms.

Question 2

What does “prokaryote” mean?

Answer 2

“Pro” means “before” and “karyote” means “nucleus,” indicating that prokaryotic cells lack a nucleus.

Question 3

What does “eukaryote” mean?

Answer 3

Eu” means “true” and “karyote” means “nucleus,” indicating that eukaryotic cells have a true nucleus.

Question 4

What are the key differences in prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells

Answer 4

Pro- no nucleus, no true organelles, cytoplasm plasma membrane, found in bacteria
Eu- membrane- bound nucleus, organelles, cytoplasm, plasma membrane, found in humans and other complex organisms

Question 5

Name some examples of pro cells

Answer 5

Bacteria

Question 6

Name some examples of eu cells

Answer 6

Human cells, plant calls, fungi