Question

video recap: introduction to cells directions: for each statement, write a “p” if it best applies to prokaryotes only, “e” if it applies to eukaryotes only, and “both” if it applies to both prokaryotes and eukaryotes. 1. ____ i have a cell membrane (plasma membrane). 2. __ i have a nucleus. 3. __ bacteria are an example of me. 4. __ fungi are an example of me. 5. __ animals are an example of me. 6. __ i contain ribosomes. 7. ____ i contain membrane - bound organelles.

Explanation:

1. Both prokaryotes and eukaryotes have a cell - membrane (plasma membrane), which is a fundamental structure for cell integrity and function.
2. Only eukaryotes have a nucleus, which is a membrane - bound organelle that houses the genetic material. Prokaryotes have a nucleoid region but no true nucleus.
3. Bacteria are prokaryotes. They lack a nucleus and other membrane - bound organelles.
4. Fungi are eukaryotes. They have a nucleus and other membrane - bound organelles.
5. Animals are eukaryotes. They have complex cells with a nucleus and various membrane - bound organelles.
6. Both prokaryotes and eukaryotes contain ribosomes, which are essential for protein synthesis.
7. Only eukaryotes contain membrane - bound organelles. Prokaryotes lack such structures.

Answer:

1. both
2. Eukaryotes only
3. Prokaryotes only
4. Eukaryotes only
5. Eukaryotes only
6. both
7. Eukaryotes only