Prokaryotes

Welcome to the Prokaryotes category on Questions LLC, where you can delve into the fascinating world of these ancient microorganisms. Prokaryotes, which include bacteria and archaea, are single-celled organisms without a nucleus or any membrane-bound organelles. Despite their simple structure, prokaryotes play crucial roles in various ecosystems, impacting our planet in ways we are only beginning to understand. Whether you are a curious student, an aspiring microbiologist, or simply intrigued by the incredible diversity of life on Earth, this category is sure to provide informative and thought-provoking answers to all your questions about prokaryotes.

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Looking at a cell under a microscope, you note that it is a prokaryote. How do you know?A. The cell lacks cytoplasm. B. The cell
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A scientist is trying to classify a new organism. She observes that the organism is a microorganism. It is prokaryotic, and
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A prokaryote that gains organic nutrients from other living organisms is a1.chemoautotroph 2.photoautotroph 3.chemo heterotroph
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Prokaryotes reproduce by means of1. The lysogenic cycle 2. Fragmentation 3. The lytic cycle 4. Binary fusion
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Which domain has species that do not have nuclei and do live in extreme environments?A Archaea B Bacteria C Eukarya D DNA
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In a prokaryotic organism, such as an amoeba, why is the pseudopod important?It helps them move it helps them reproduce it helps
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During an experiment, a scientist observed prokaryotes that lived near the volcanic vents deep in the ocean. The scientist most
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A student observed cells of a familiar species under a microscope. Analyze the observations the student recorded in the chart
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Question: What are the distinguishing characteristics of prokaryotes?My Answer: Prokaryotes range in size from 1 to 5
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A student observed cells of a familiar species under a microscope. Analyze the observations the student recorded in the chart
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A)A student observed cells of a familiar species under a microscope. Analyze the observations the student recorded in the chart
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A student observed cells of a familiar species under a microscope. Analyze the observations the student recorded in the chart
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A student observed cells of a familiar species under a microscope. Analyze the observations the student recorded in the chart
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What kind of prokaryotes have been discovered, which can grow as large as 70 milimeters in diameter and can be without the aid
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what does it mean when it is said that a prokaryote has biochemical versatility andgenetic flexibility
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The microorganisms that do not have a nucleus in their cells are ALL called:a prokaryotes b eukaryotes c decomposers d algae
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A student observed cells of a familiar species under a microscope. Analyze the observations the student recorded in the chart
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Which of the following organisms are prokaryotes?(1 point)Responses Bacteria Bacteria Fungi Fungi Animals Animals Plants Plants
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prokaryotes are not found in following kingdoms, except:(a) Monera (b) Protoctista (c) Animalia (d) All of these Help please!
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single celled prokaryotes like the bacteria and archaea are the dominant and most diversified groups of living forms today. does
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Prokaryotes are different from eukaryotes. Which of the following are missing in prokaryotes?(1 point)Responses a nucleus a
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Prokaryotes are different from eukaryotes. Which of the following are missing in prokaryotes?(1 point)Responses genetic material
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In prokaryotes , cellular respiration takes place in the
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Which domain has species that do not have nuclei and do live in extreme environments?* 1 point Archaea Bacteria Eukarya DNA
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Which domain has species that do not have nuclei and do not live in extreme environments?* 1 point Archaea Bacteria Eukarya DNA
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Which of the following is a feature entirely shared by the domains of bacteria and archaea, indicating their common prokaryotic
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Which statement about prokaryotes is true?(1 point) The vast majority of prokaryotes are pathogenic. Prokaryotes are widely used
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Which type of prokaryote is shown in this image?1 μm H Thylakoid membranes
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Which type of prokaryote is shown in this image?1 μm H Thylakoid membranes Photoheterotroph Chemoheterotroph Photoautotroph
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Which type of prokaryote is shown in this image?1 μm H Thylakoid membranesPhotoheterotroph Chemoheterotroph Photoautotroph
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Determine the difference between archaea and bacteria.(1 point) Responses Bacteria and archaea have different shapes. Bacteria
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Describe Prokaryotic
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What is the largest prokaryote in this infographic?Choose one: A. measle virus B. Amoeba proteus C. E. coli bacterium D. human
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Classify the following as pertaining to prokaryotes, eukaryotes, or both.Items (13 items) (Drag and drop into the appropriate
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What is the largest prokaryote in this infographic?Choose one: A. Amoeba proteus B. measle virus C. human egg cell D. E. coli
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