Biology
Prokaryote v.s. Eukaryote Paragraphs
Alexandra Roden
November 18, 2014
Period 3
Prokaryote v.s. Eukaryote
Cells are the basic unit of life as we know it. There are two main categories of cells, Prokaryote and Eukaryote. Both kinds have similarities as well as drastic differences.
Both categories share similarities. First of all, both cells have cell membranes which contains the cell and its organelles. One of these organelles is ribosomes, which float in the cytoplasm within the cell. Both kinds can be unicellular organisms that work alone hence the term ?uni? meaning one. Even though both groups share this, there are divisions of these catagories. Some of these include Paramecium for Eukaryotes and Bacteria for Prokaryotes. This shows the differentiation between the cells.
These differences show that similar organisms have life are individual. Eukaryotes are larger and more complex because of their nucleus. While prokaryotes are smaller because of their few organelles. Eukaryotes are also in animals and plants, compared to prokaryotes which make up bacteria. Unlike prokaryotes, eukaryotes can make multicellular organisms. The eukaryote cells have a barrier and function to help provide within a larger system usually. These contrasts help compare the evolution and continuation of cells. Altogether both kinds are similar yet different. These categories help illustrate basic differences in biological science. Even though both can be likewise in some respects, they are unique in others.
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