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Which of the following is a characteristic of eukaryotic cells?
Which of the following is a characteristic of eukaryotic cells?
- They are smaller than prokaryotic cells.
- They lack a cell membrane.
- They have genetic material enclosed in a nucleus. (correct)
- They contain a single loop of DNA.
Prokaryotic cells have a nucleus.
Prokaryotic cells have a nucleus.
False (B)
What type of genetic material do prokaryotic cells possess?
What type of genetic material do prokaryotic cells possess?
A single loop of DNA
Eukaryotic cells can be found in both ______ and ______ organisms.
Eukaryotic cells can be found in both ______ and ______ organisms.
Match the characteristics to the correct cell type:
Match the characteristics to the correct cell type:
Flashcards
Eukaryotic Cells
Eukaryotic Cells
Cells with a nucleus that encloses their genetic material.
Prokaryotic Cell DNA
Prokaryotic Cell DNA
Genetic material is a single loop of DNA located in the cytoplasm.
Plasmids
Plasmids
Small, circular pieces of DNA found in some prokaryotic cells.
Cell membrane
Cell membrane
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Cytoplasm
Cytoplasm
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Study Notes
Eukaryotic Cells
- Contain genetic material enclosed in a nucleus.
- Animal and plant cells are eukaryotic.
- Have a cell membrane.
- Have cytoplasm.
- Often larger than prokaryotic cells.
Prokaryotic Cells
- Do not have a nucleus.
- Genetic material is a single loop of DNA.
- May also have smaller rings of DNA called plasmids.
- Much smaller than eukaryotic cells.
- Have a cell membrane and a cell wall.
- Have cytoplasm.
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Test your knowledge on the differences between eukaryotic and prokaryotic cells. This quiz covers their structures, genetic material, and key characteristics. Understand what makes these two types of cells unique!
