Overview
Prokaryotic cells are fundamental to life on Earth, representing the simplest form of cellular organization. They lack a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles, which allows them to reproduce quickly and adapt to various environments. Their unique structures, such as the cell wall and ribosomes, enab...
Key Terms
Example: Bacteria are prokaryotes.
Example: Bacteria reproduce by binary fission.
Example: The cell wall of bacteria is made of peptidoglycan.
Example: Plasmids can carry antibiotic resistance genes.
Example: Prokaryotes can be aerobic or anaerobic in their metabolism.
Example: Prokaryotic ribosomes are smaller than eukaryotic ribosomes.
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Key Concepts
Cell StructureReproductionMetabolismGenetic Material