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  • Eukaryotic vs. Prokaryotic Cells: Understanding the Difference
    Cells are classified into two main groups based on the presence or absence of a nucleus:

    * Eukaryotic cells: These cells have a true nucleus enclosed within a membrane. This nucleus contains the cell's genetic material (DNA). Examples of eukaryotic cells include animal cells, plant cells, fungi cells, and protist cells.

    * Prokaryotic cells: These cells lack a membrane-bound nucleus. Their DNA is located in a region called the nucleoid, which is not separated from the rest of the cell by a membrane. Examples of prokaryotic cells include bacteria and archaea.

    So, to answer your question more directly:

    * Cells with a nucleus are called eukaryotic cells.

    * Cells without a nucleus are called prokaryotic cells.

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