Difference Between Prokaryotic and Eukaryotic Cell
What is proka...
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What is prokaryotic cell?
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Prokaryotic cell: They happen to be simpler and smaller. A prokaryotic cell doesn’t possess nucleus or other cell organelles. It is derived from a Greek word meaning before nuclei. They are reproduced through nuclear fission. It has a capsule which covers the outside of the wall, a cell wall which provides strength and rigidity, cytoplasm helping in cellular growth and a plasma membrane containing proteins, etc. The cytoplasm region contains ribosomes which are the smallest part and play a vital role in protein synthesis, mesosomes or the folding that help in cellular respirations, plasmids the small circle of DNA, pili, and flagella. Organisms belonging to the kingdom Monera possess prokaryotic cell.