Prokaryotic Cell Exploration
This worksheet explores the basic structure and characteristics of prokaryotic cells, suitable for Grade 7 Science students.
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Prokaryotic Cell Exploration
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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. Refer to the provided diagram if necessary.
Observe the diagram of a bacterial cell below, which is a type of prokaryotic cell.
1. Which of the following is a key characteristic of prokaryotic cells?
They have a nucleus.
They lack membrane-bound organelles.
They are typically larger than eukaryotic cells.
They have a complex internal structure.
2. Which of the following organisms are prokaryotes?
Animals and Plants
Fungi and Protists
Bacteria and Archaea
All of the above
3. The genetic material in a prokaryotic cell is typically found in a region called the .
4. Prokaryotic cells reproduce primarily through a process called fission.
5. Prokaryotic cells contain a cell wall, cell membrane, cytoplasm, and ribosomes.
True
False
6. All prokaryotic cells have flagella for movement.
True
False
7. Briefly describe the function of the cell wall in a prokaryotic cell.