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:

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