Question

1. as a group, write a definition for a eukaryotic cell.
2. complete the phrase below. each member must contribute one complete sentence. the words prokaryotic and eukaryotic must be used: all cells are not the same because...
3. as a group, discuss the opening analogy of an efficiency apartment and a mansion as it relates to cells. record your final consensus of how this analogy applies to cell structure.

Explanation:

1. A eukaryotic cell is a cell that has a membrane - bound nucleus and various membrane - bound organelles that perform different functions within the cell.
2. All cells are not the same because prokaryotic cells lack a nucleus and most membrane - bound organelles, while eukaryotic cells have a well - defined nucleus and numerous organelles.
3. The efficiency apartment can be compared to a prokaryotic cell as it is simple and has less compartmentalization. A mansion can be compared to a eukaryotic cell as it is more complex with many distinct rooms (organelles) each with a specific function.

Answer:

1. A eukaryotic cell is a cell that has a membrane - bound nucleus and various membrane - bound organelles that perform different functions within the cell.
2. All cells are not the same because prokaryotic cells lack a nucleus and most membrane - bound organelles, while eukaryotic cells have a well - defined nucleus and numerous organelles.
3. The efficiency apartment can be compared to a prokaryotic cell as it is simple and has less compartmentalization. A mansion can be compared to a eukaryotic cell as it is more complex with many distinct rooms (organelles) each with a specific function.