Prokaryotic and Eukaryotic Cells

Question 1

The endosymbiotic theory helps to explain the origin of which structures?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

mitochondria

Question 2

In which specimen were cells first identified?

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cork bark

Question 3

Which statement is most likely to apply to a cell that has DNA within its cytoplasm?

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It performs all functions for the organism.

Question 4

A chemical has been found to harm the same components in both prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells. Which components are those?

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DNA, cell membrane, cytoplasm, and ribosomes

Question 5

A student wonders whether removing the nucleus from a cell would result in a new prokaryotic cell. Why would this procedure fail to produce a prokaryotic cell?

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The cell would lack genetic information.

Question 6

Which cell structure serves the stated function in both eukaryotic and prokaryotic cells?

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cytoplasm: protects cell structures

Question 7

Based on the endosymbiotic theory, what cell would result from the endosymbiosis of a cell with a cyanobacterium?

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a eukaryotic cell that can make its own food

Question 8

Which discovery supported the endosymbiotic theory?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

DNA in mitochondria

Question 9

A scientist is studying a cell and can clearly see that it has ribosomes and mitochondria. Which statement best describes how the cell could be classified?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

The cell is eukaryotic because it contains mitochondria.

Question 10

A diseased cell is no longer able to produce proteins. Which cell structure is most likely malfunctioning?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

ribosome

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