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Cell Types: Prokaryotes and Eukaryotes
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Cell Types: Prokaryotes and Eukaryotes

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Which of the following statements about prokaryotic cells is true?

  • The genetic material in prokaryotic cells is organized into chromosomes.
  • Prokaryotic cells have a membrane-bound nucleus.
  • Prokaryotic cells have a single loop of DNA. (correct)
  • Prokaryotic cells are always multicellular.

    • What distinguishes eukaryotic cells from prokaryotic cells?

  • Eukaryotic cells have a single loop of DNA.
  • Eukaryotic cells lack membrane-bound organelles.
  • Eukaryotic cells are always unicellular.
  • Eukaryotic cells possess a membrane-bound nucleus and organelles. (correct)

    • What is the main distinguishing feature of genetic material in eukaryotic cells?

  • The genetic material is not contained within a nucleus.
  • The genetic material is a single loop of DNA.
  • The genetic material is less structured than in prokaryotic cells.
  • The genetic material is organized into chromosomes. (correct)

    • Which group of organisms have genetic material that is not bound within a nucleus?

    <p>Bacteria</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of the presence of membrane-bound organelles in eukaryotic cells?

    <p>It enables eukaryotic cells to have more complex functions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a characteristic of eukaryotic organisms?

    <p>Contain sterols in their cell membranes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most elemental structural property of bacteria?

    <p>Distinctive cell morphologies when examined by light microscopy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the essential and definitive characteristic of a 'cell'?

    <p>The presence of cell chromosome (DNA) and ribosomes in the cytoplasmic region</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of a bacterial capsule?

    <p>Mediate adherence of cells to surfaces</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the bacterial cell wall?

    <p>Protection of the cell protoplast from mechanical damage and osmotic rupture</p> Signup and view all the answers

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