Source: Average Prokaryote Cell, Marianna Ruiz Villareal, Wikimedia Commons

There are two different types of cells, prokaryotic and eukaryotic. Remember that prokaryotic cells are simpler than eukaryotic cells and do not contain organelles. Eukaryotic cells contain membrane-bound organelles, such as a nucleus and mitochondria. Take a moment to refresh your memory by comparing prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells in the matching activity below.

Drag the characteristics for each cell type into the correct column.