Based on the information provided about prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells, the following claims about cell function can be supported by the evidence in the diagram:
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P. Both types of cells produce proteins.
- Both prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells contain ribosomes, which are responsible for protein synthesis.
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T. Both types of cells can control what enters and exits the cell.
- Both types of cells have a cell membrane, which is crucial for regulating the passage of substances into and out of the cell.
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R. Both types of cells can store excess water.
- While prokaryotic cells typically do not have specialized structures for water storage, both cell types are capable of maintaining internal balance and can manage water levels through their cell membranes and cytoplasm, although the mechanisms might differ.
The following claims are NOT supported by the evidence in the diagram:
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M. Both types of cells are unable to produce energy.
- This claim is incorrect because both prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells can produce energy, though the mechanisms may differ (e.g., cellular respiration in both types, with eukaryotes also utilizing mitochondria).
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S. Both types of cells can maintain a rigid shape.
- This claim is also not accurate as prokaryotic cells often have a rigid cell wall, while eukaryotic cells can have varying shapes and may not maintain a rigid form without additional support structures (like cell walls in plant cells).
In summary, the claims that are supported by the evidence are P, T, and R.
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