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What key characteristic differentiates prokaryotic cells from eukaryotic cells?
What key characteristic differentiates prokaryotic cells from eukaryotic cells?
Prokaryotic cells lack a nucleus.
Identify one function of mitochondria in eukaryotic cells.
Identify one function of mitochondria in eukaryotic cells.
Mitochondria are responsible for respiration and energy transfer.
Explain the role of ribosomes in the cell.
Explain the role of ribosomes in the cell.
Ribosomes are involved in protein synthesis by translating genetic material.
What additional structures do plant cells have that are not found in animal cells?
What additional structures do plant cells have that are not found in animal cells?
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Describe the function of the cell membrane.
Describe the function of the cell membrane.
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What are plasmids and their significance in bacterial cells?
What are plasmids and their significance in bacterial cells?
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List one main component of the plant cell wall and its role.
List one main component of the plant cell wall and its role.
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How do bacterial cells replicate their genetic material?
How do bacterial cells replicate their genetic material?
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What is the function of chloroplasts in plant cells?
What is the function of chloroplasts in plant cells?
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Describe the significance of the large vacuole in plant cells.
Describe the significance of the large vacuole in plant cells.
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