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Prokaryotes and Eukaryotes Worksheet

Explore the fundamental differences between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells with this engaging worksheet for Grade 7 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. This worksheet will test your knowledge of prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells.

1. Which of the following is a key difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?

a

Prokaryotic cells have a nucleus, eukaryotic cells do not.

b

Eukaryotic cells have membrane-bound organelles, prokaryotic cells do not.

c

Prokaryotic cells are generally larger than eukaryotic cells.

d

Both prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells lack genetic material.

2. Which type of cell is typically found in bacteria?

a

Eukaryotic

b

Prokaryotic

c

Plant cell

d

Animal cell

3. The genetic material in a prokaryotic cell is found in the  , while in a eukaryotic cell, it is enclosed within a  .

4.   are single-celled organisms that lack a true nucleus and membrane-bound organelles.

5. All living organisms are made up of eukaryotic cells.

T

True

F

False

6. Both prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells contain ribosomes.

T

True

F

False

7. Briefly describe two main differences between a prokaryotic cell and a eukaryotic cell.

Match each characteristic with the correct cell type.

8. Has a true nucleus

 

a. Prokaryotic

9. No membrane-bound organelles

 

b. Eukaryotic

10. Found in animals and plants

 

c. Both