Interpretation: The structure of a eukaryotic cell is to be described.
Concept introduction: Organisms might consist of a single cell or a billion cells. Prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells are the two kinds of cells found in nature.
Answer to Problem 4LC
Eukaryotic cells contain a nucleus and organelles surrounded by membranes.
Explanation of Solution
The size of a eukaryotic cell is approximately ten times that of a prokaryotic cell. The existence of a nucleus that is enclosed in a complicated nuclear membrane is the defining characteristic of eukaryotic cells. In addition, membrane-bound organelles may be found within the cytoplasm of eukaryotic cells. Both plants and animals include this type of cell.
Eukaryotic cells contain a nucleus and organelles surrounded by membranes.
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