Prokaryotic and Eukaryotic Cell Biology Information

Oct 6, 2010
Tami Port

Cheek Cell (Euk) with Oral Bacteria (Prok) - Cynthia Schauer, KVCC

Here are links to several articles on prokaryotic and eukaryotic cell biology. They explain cellular structure, function and contrast & compare cell types.

There are a number of Suite101 articles devoted to different aspects of basic cell biology. Many are listed and linked below. Each article is brief and to the point, so cell biology students may have to look at a combination of several articles to find the specific combination of facts that they are seeking. There are also several labeled diagrams of cells at the end of this article. Happy learning!

Articles Comparing Prokaryotic and Eukaryotic Cells

Prokaryotic and Eukaryotic Cells: There are only two basic types of cells—primitive prokaryotes, such as bacteria and the more complex eukaryotes, which include widely diverse life forms, from amoebae to tree to human. This article summarizes the main features that distinguish these two cell types.

Similarities of Prokaryotic and Eukaryotic Cells: Seeking to understand the main similarities between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells? Here is a side by side comparison to simplify mastery of the basics of cell structure.

Difference between Prokaryotic and Eukaryotic Cell: What are the main differences between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells? Here is a side by side comparison focusing on the features that distinguish prokaryote from eukaryote.

Learning about Prokaryotic and Eukaryotic Cells: Although many science students seek short-cuts to make learning cell biology effortless, there are none. However, here are some strategies to help the introductory cell biology student more easily understand the similarities and differences between prokaryotes and eukaryotes.

Articles About Prokaryotic Cells

Prokaryotic Microbe Cell Biology: Prokaryotes are an evolutionarily ancient life form, and for billions of years these primitive cells were the only life. Here's a summary of the basic parts & pieces of prokaryotic cells.

Cytoplasm of Prokaryotic Cells: The prokaryotic cell is like a studio apartment, with all of the internal structures—cytosol, ribosomes, inclusions and the cytoskeleton—floating together in one gel-filled “room”.

External Structures of Prokaryotic Cells: Prokaryotic cells can have a variety of surface appendages—flagella, fimbria or pili—that enable them to move about, share genetic information with each other,adhere to surfaces and do a better job of infecting host cells.

Articles About Eukaryotic Cells

Eukaryotic Cell Biology – Structure & Function: The eukaryotic cells of plants, animals, fungi and protists are more complex than are primitive prokaryotic cells, with the main distinguishing features of a eukaryote being the nucleus and other membrane-bound organelles.

What Is a Eukaryotic Cell? Eukaryotic cells are the tiny units of life that make up your entire body. Read on and learn more about yourself!

Difference between Plant and Animal Cells: Both plant and animal cells are eukaryotic, with many similarities, but there are also key differences that make the cells of plants and animals distinct. Here is a brief summary.

Eukaryotic Animal Cell Structure: The cells of animals are eukaryotic, containing a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles. Here is a summary of the features of animal cells.

Eukaryotic Plant Cell Structure: Plants are eukaryotes, composed of cells that have a nucleus, membrane-bound organelles. Unlike animal cells a cellulose cell wall and other structures unique to plants.