Prokaryotes and Eukaryotes Worksheet
Explore the fundamental differences between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells with this engaging Grade 8 science worksheet.
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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 tests your knowledge of prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells.
1. Which of the following is a key characteristic that distinguishes eukaryotic cells from prokaryotic cells?
Presence of a cell wall
Presence of ribosomes
Presence of a true nucleus
Presence of cytoplasm
2. Bacteria are examples of which type of cell?
Eukaryotic cells
Prokaryotic cells
Animal cells
Plant cells
3. Eukaryotic cells contain membrane-bound organelles, while prokaryotic cells do not have organelles.
4. The genetic material in a prokaryotic cell is found in the , while in a eukaryotic cell, it is enclosed within the nucleus.
5. All eukaryotic cells are multicellular organisms.
True
False
6. Prokaryotic cells are generally larger and more complex than eukaryotic cells.
True
False
7. Briefly describe two main differences between a prokaryotic cell and a eukaryotic cell.
8. Examine the image of the bacterial cell below. Is it prokaryotic or eukaryotic? Justify your answer based on its visible structures.
