Comparison between Prokaryotes and Eukaryotes

By: Prof. Dr. Fazal Rehman | Last updated: February 3, 2024

 

         

Let me share with you a comparison between Prokaryotes and Eukaryotes.

Aspect             Prokaryotes            Eukaryotes
Definition

 

·        Single-celled organisms that lack a true nucleus and membrane-bound organelles. ·        These are multicellular organisms with a true nucleus and membrane-bound organelles.
Ribosomes ·        70S ·        80S
Genetic Material ·        Circular DNA,with no histones; plasmids may be present ·        Linear DNA with histones and multiple chromosomes
Cytoplasmic Structure ·        Less complex cytoplasm ·        Complex cytoplasm with cytoskeleton
Endomembrane System ·        Absent ·        Present
Type of reproduction ·        Asexual reproduction mainly through binary fission. ·        Asexual and sexual reproduction both through mitosis and meiosis.
Metabolism ·        Mostly anaerobic ·        Aerobic and anaerobic metabolism
Examples ·        Bacteria

·        Archaea

·        Protists

·        Fungi

·        Plants

·        Animals

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