Prokaryotes and Eukaryotes Worksheet
Explore the fundamental differences between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells with this Grade 5 science worksheet.
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Prokaryotes and Eukaryotes: Cell Types
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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. This worksheet will test your knowledge of prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells.
1. Which type of cell has a nucleus that holds its genetic material?
Prokaryotic cell
Eukaryotic cell
Both A and B
Neither A nor B
2. Which of the following is an example of a prokaryotic organism?
Human
Tree
Bacteria
Bird
1. Prokaryotic cells are generally larger than eukaryotic cells.
True
False
2. All living organisms are made of either prokaryotic or eukaryotic cells.
True
False
1. The main difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells is the presence of a .
2. Prokaryotic cells do not have membrane-bound .
1. Name two examples of organisms that are made of eukaryotic cells.
2. Briefly explain why bacteria are classified as prokaryotes.
Match each cell type with its characteristic.
1. Prokaryotic Cell
a. Has a nucleus
2. Eukaryotic Cell
b. No membrane-bound organelles