State the difference between eukaryotes and prokaryotes.
Prokaryotes |
Eukaryotes |
Most prokaryotes are unicellular. |
Most eukaryotes are multicellular. |
The nucleus is poorly defined due to the absence of a nuclear membrane. |
The nucleus is well defined and is surrounded by a nuclear membrane. |
Nucleolus is absent |
Nucleolus is present. |
Cell organelles such as plastids, mitochondria, golgi bodies, etc. are absent. |
Cell organelles such as plastids, mitochondria, golgi bodies, etc. are present. |
Bacteria and blue-green algae are prokaryotic cells. |
Fungi, plant, and animal cells are eukaryotic cells. |