Chapter 2: Prokaryotic and Eukaryotic Cells Comparison Quiz

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What is the primary distinguishing feature between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?

Prokaryotic cells have fewer organelles compared to eukaryotic cells.

Prokaryotic cells are larger in size compared to eukaryotic cells.

Prokaryotic cells have a cell wall, while eukaryotic cells do not.

Prokaryotic cells lack a true nucleus, while eukaryotic cells have a true nucleus. (correct)

Which of the following is a characteristic of fungi, a type of eukaryotic microorganism?

Fungi have a cell wall made of peptidoglycan.

Fungi are unicellular organisms.

Fungi have a cell wall made of chitin. (correct)

Fungi have a circular DNA molecule as their genetic material.

Which of the following is a characteristic of gram-negative bacteria, a type of prokaryotic microorganism?

Gram-negative bacteria have a cell wall made of chitin.

Gram-negative bacteria do not have a cell wall.

Gram-negative bacteria have a thin peptidoglycan layer in their cell wall. (correct)

Gram-negative bacteria have a thick peptidoglycan layer in their cell wall.

What is the approximate size range of prokaryotic cells?

1-10 micrometers (μm) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of mitochondria in eukaryotic cells?

Mitochondria are the site of cellular respiration. Signup and view all the answers

What is the key difference between the genetic material of prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?

Prokaryotic DNA is not enclosed within a membrane, while eukaryotic DNA is enclosed within the nuclear membrane. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a characteristic that distinguishes prokaryotic cells from eukaryotic cells?

Presence of a true nucleus Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a key difference in the cell division process between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?

Prokaryotes undergo binary fission, while eukaryotes undergo mitosis. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a key difference in the ribosome structure between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?

Prokaryotic ribosomes are 70S, while eukaryotic ribosomes are 80S. Signup and view all the answers

What is the key difference in the cell wall structure between gram-negative and gram-positive bacteria?

Gram-negative bacteria have a lipopolysaccharide layer, while gram-positive bacteria have a teichoic acid layer. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a key difference in the structure of eukaryotic cells compared to prokaryotic cells?

Eukaryotic cells have membrane-bound organelles, while prokaryotic cells lack membrane-bound organelles. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following distinguishes fungi from bacteria?

Fungi have a true nucleus enclosed by a nuclear membrane, while bacteria lack a true nucleus. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary difference between fungal and bacterial ribosomes?

Fungal ribosomes are larger than bacterial ribosomes, measuring 80 Svedberg units. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about protozoa is correct?

Protozoa are eukaryotic cells that possess an outer surface called a pellicle. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a characteristic of eukaryotic cells, as exhibited by fungi and protozoa?

Possession of both DNA and RNA. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary difference between the infective and pathogenic stages of protozoa?

The infective stage is the cyst, while the pathogenic stage is the trophozoite. Signup and view all the answers

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