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Activity 1 Parts of Cell and Function Eukaryotic and Prokaryotic Cells
Activity 1 Parts of Cell and Function Eukaryotic and Prokaryotic Cells
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ACTIVITY 1
A. The Cell and its Structures (10 points)
In this activity, you will identify the distinguishing structures of cells. Complete the table.
1. Compare and contrast 1 structural difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells. How is this
difference impact their functions and abilities?
2. Both prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells can undergo reproduction, but the mechanisms differ
significantly. Compare and contrast the processes of binary fission and mitosis, highlighting their
similarities and differences.
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3. Discuss the role of cell size in prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells. Why do prokaryotic cells tend to be
smaller than eukaryotic cells?
4. How does the presence of a nucleus in eukaryotic cells influence the regulation of genetic information
compared to prokaryotic cells, which lack a true nucleus?