Question

Differentiate between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells.

Answer 1

The differences between prokaryotic and eukaroyotic cells are as follows:

Prokaryotic cells	Eukaryotic cells
1. These cells are generally small in size.	1. These cells have a comparatively larger size.
2. The nucleus is not enclosed by a nuclear membrane.	2. Nucleus is enclosed by a well-defined nuclear membrane.
3. Membrane bound organelles such as mitochondria and lysosomes are not present.	3. Membrane bound organelles are abundantly found in eukaryotic cells.
4. Genetic material is present in the form of nucleoid.	4. Genetic material is present within the nucleus.
5. Cell wall made up of peptidoglycans is present in certain prokaryotic bacteria.	5. Cell wall made up of cellulose is present in case of plants while animal cells lack cell wall.