Prokaryotes and Eukaryotes
Explore the fundamental differences between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells with this worksheet designed for Grade 6 science students.
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Prokaryotes and Eukaryotes
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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. Use your knowledge of prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells.
1. Cells that do NOT have a nucleus or other membrane-bound organelles are called .
2. Cells that DO have a nucleus and other membrane-bound organelles are called .
3. Bacteria are examples of cells.
4. Plant and animal cells are examples of cells.
1. Which of the following is found in both prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?
Nucleus
Ribosomes
Mitochondria
Chloroplasts
2. Which type of cell is generally larger and more complex?
Prokaryotic cell
Eukaryotic cell
Both are equally complex
Complexity varies too much to compare
1. All living organisms are made of prokaryotic cells.
True
False
2. The genetic material in a prokaryotic cell is found in a nucleus.
True
False
1. Name one key difference between a prokaryotic and a eukaryotic cell.
2. Give an example of an organism made of prokaryotic cells and an example of an organism made of eukaryotic cells.
Compare the provided diagrams of a bacterial cell (prokaryote) and an animal cell (eukaryote). List two similarities and two differences you observe.
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