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  • Eukaryotic Cells: Structure, Organelles, and Examples
    Organisms whose cells have a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles are called eukaryotes.

    Here's a breakdown:

    * Nucleus: A membrane-bound organelle that contains the cell's genetic material (DNA).

    * Membrane-bound organelles: These are structures within the cell that are enclosed by a membrane, such as mitochondria, Golgi apparatus, endoplasmic reticulum, lysosomes, and others. They each have specific functions that contribute to the overall operation of the cell.

    Examples of eukaryotes include:

    * Animals

    * Plants

    * Fungi

    * Protists

    In contrast, prokaryotes (like bacteria and archaea) lack a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles. Their genetic material is located in a region called the nucleoid, which is not enclosed by a membrane.

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