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4.5: Introduction to Prokaryotes and Eukaryotes

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    Identify the different kinds of cells that make up different kinds of organisms

    There are two types of cells: prokaryotic and eukaryotic. In this section, we’ll explore the similarities and differences between these two types.

    What You’ll Learn to Do

    • Identify features common to all cells
    • Contrast the composition and size of prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells

    Learning Activities

    The learning activities for this section include the following:

    • Comparing Prokaryotic and Eukaryotic Cells
    • Self Check: Prokaryotes and Eukaryotes

    Contributors and Attributions

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    • Introduction to Prokaryotes and Eukaryotes. Authored by: Shelli Carter and Lumen Learning. Provided by: Lumen Learning. License: CC BY: Attribution

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