Question

which structures are found in each cell type? complete the table.
prokaryotic cells eukaryotic cells
linear chromosomes
membrane - bound organelles
continuous loop of chromosomal dna
mitochondria

Explanation:

• Linear chromosomes: Eukaryotic cells have linear chromosomes. Prokaryotic cells have circular DNA (not linear chromosomes).
• Membrane - bound organelles: Eukaryotic cells have membrane - bound organelles (like mitochondria, endoplasmic reticulum). Prokaryotic cells lack membrane - bound organelles.
• Continuous loop of chromosomal DNA: Prokaryotic cells have a continuous loop of chromosomal DNA. Eukaryotic cells have linear chromosomes.
• Mitochondria: Mitochondria are membrane - bound organelles. Eukaryotic cells have mitochondria. Prokaryotic cells lack mitochondria.

Answer:

• Linear chromosomes: Prokaryotic cells (no), Eukaryotic cells (yes)
• Membrane - bound organelles: Prokaryotic cells (no), Eukaryotic cells (yes)
• Continuous loop of chromosomal DNA: Prokaryotic cells (yes), Eukaryotic cells (no)
• Mitochondria: Prokaryotic cells (no), Eukaryotic cells (yes)