Prokaryotic Cells Worksheet
Explore the structure and characteristics of prokaryotic cells, including bacteria and archaea, for Grade 9 science students.
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Prokaryotic Cells: The Basics
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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. Refer to the provided diagram where necessary.
Observe the diagram of a prokaryotic cell below.
1. Which of the following is a distinguishing characteristic of prokaryotic cells?
Presence of a true nucleus
Membrane-bound organelles
Absence of a true nucleus
Larger and more complex than eukaryotic cells
2. The genetic material in a prokaryotic cell is typically found in which region?
Nucleus
Mitochondria
Ribosome
Nucleoid
3. Prokaryotic cells lack a and other membrane-bound .
4. The two main domains of prokaryotes are and .
5. All prokaryotes are harmful to humans.
True
False
6. Prokaryotic cells are generally larger and more complex than eukaryotic cells.
True
False
7. Briefly describe the function of the cell wall in a prokaryotic cell.
8. Explain why prokaryotic cells are considered to be the most abundant life forms on Earth.