Prokaryotic VS Eukaryotic Cells

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What are the two main types of cells?

Prokaryotic and Eukaryotic.

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What does “prokaryotic” mean?

“Pro” = before/false, “karyon” = kernel (nucleus); these cells lack a membrane-bound nucleus.

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What does “eukaryotic” mean?

“Eu” = true, “karyon” = kernel; these cells have a true, membrane-bound nucleus.

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How do eukaryotic cells differ from prokaryotic cells?

Eukaryotic cells are larger, have internal membranes and organelles, and a true nucleus. Prokaryotic cells lack these and have DNA in a nucleoid region.

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What does microbiology study?

Bacteria, viruses, and fungi.