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2.The cell theory is a fundamental principle that describes the basic unit of life.
3.The cell membrane is a thin, flexible layer that surrounds and encloses the
contents of a cell. It acts as a protective barrier regulating the movement of
substances in and out of the cell.
4.The nucleus is a organelle found in eukaryotic cells, which is the control center
of the cell. It contains the cell's genetic material in the form of DNA.
5.A eukaryote refers to a type of organism which is cells with a distinct nucleus
and other membrane-bound organelles.
6.A prokaryote is a type of organism that doesn’t have a distinct nucleus and other
membrane-bound organelles within its cells.
The cell theory consists of three parts. First, all living organisms are composed of
cells. Second, cells are the basic units of structure and function in living organisms.
Third, all cells arise from pre-existing cells through cell division.
Prokaryotes are single-celled organisms that lack a nucleus and membrane organelles,
while eukaryotes are more complex organisms with a nucleus and membrane
organelles. Prokaryotes are typically smaller while eukaryotes are larger and have
linear DNA organized into multiple chromosomes.