Question

Compare and contrast prokaryotic cells and eukaryotic cells. Sort each statement into the correct box. Some statements may apply to more than one type of cell. Some statements may not be used.

Contain DNA Contain nuclei Are surrounded by a cell membrane Were the first photosynthetic organisms on Earth Can be specialized for specific tasks in multicellular organisms Prokaryotic cells
Eukaryotic cells

Answer 1

Here's a comparison of prokaryotic cells and eukaryotic cells using the statements provided:

**Prokaryotic Cells**:
- Contain DNA
- Are surrounded by a cell membrane
- Were the first photosynthetic organisms on Earth

**Eukaryotic Cells**:
- Contain DNA
- Contain nuclei
- Are surrounded by a cell membrane
- Can be specialized for specific tasks in multicellular organisms

**Both Types of Cells**:
- Contain DNA
- Are surrounded by a cell membrane

Note: The statement "Were the first photosynthetic organisms on Earth" specifically applies to prokaryotic cells, particularly some types of bacteria (like cyanobacteria) that carry out photosynthesis.