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To determine: Whether the given measurements agree or not.
Concept introduction: Cells are the smallest structural, functional, and biological unit of all living organisms. They are modified in different ways to carry out various functions. They are divided into two types, namely prokaryotic and eukaryotic cell. Prokaryotes are single-celled organisms, and eukaryotes are mostly multicellular organisms. Protists and
To determine: The measurement of the observer who is most likely to be correct if the cells are prokaryotic cells.
Concept introduction: Cells are the smallest structural, functional, and biological unit of all living organisms. They are modified in different ways to carry out various functions. They are divided into two types, namely prokaryotic and eukaryotic cell. Prokaryotes are single-celled organisms, and eukaryotes are mostly multicellular organisms. Protists and fungi are eukaryotes that are single-celled organisms. Plants and animals are the eukaryotes that are multi-celled organisms.
To determine: The measurement of the observer that is most likely to be correct if the cells are eukaryotic cells.
Concept introduction: Cells are the smallest structural, functional, and biological unit of all living organisms. They are modified in different ways to carry out various functions. They are divided into two types, namely prokaryotic and eukaryotic cell. Prokaryotes are single-celled organisms, and eukaryotes are mostly multicellular organisms. Protists and fungi are eukaryotes that are single-celled organisms. Plants and animals are the eukaryotes that are multi-celled organisms.
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