Practice Prokaryotic Cells (8.4) - CELL: THE UNIT OF LIFE

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Question 1.
What is a defining characteristic of prokaryotic cells?
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Think of what distinguishes them from eukaryotic cells.
Question 2.
Name a type of structure found in prokaryotic cells that participates in protein synthesis.
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Recall the organelle responsible for making proteins.
3Question 3.
What is the structure that defines prokaryotic cells?
- Presence of a nucleus
- Absence of membrane-bound organelles
- Presence of plastids
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Think about what differentiates them from eukaryotic cells.
4Question 4.
True or False: All prokaryotes have a thick cell wall.
- True
- False
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Consider the exceptions in prokaryotic structures.
Question 5.
Consider a prokaryotic cell that develops resistance to an antibiotic. Analyze how plasmid exchange among bacteria contributes to this resistance.
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Reflect on the genetic diversity of bacteria and how this affects their survival.
Question 6.
Evaluate the significance of ribosomal differences between prokaryotes and eukaryotes in terms of antibiotic action.
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Consider how this might impact medical treatments.

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