Prokaryotic cells have a simpler structure than eukaryotic cells. Evidence shows that eukaryotic cells evolved from prokaryotic cells. Some might argue that prokaryotic cells are less important than eukaryotic cells. But a case can be made that prokaryotic cells are just as important to life on Earth today as eukaryotic cells. Which do you think is true? Are prokaryotic cells important to life on Earth? Analyze the similarities and differences of these cell types to explain your position. List at least three reasons that support your answer No Responses New Response to Topic Be the first to respond to the Discussion topic!

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Kinsley Delacruz

Biology

28 July, 01:03

Prokaryotic cells have a simpler structure than eukaryotic cells. Evidence shows that eukaryotic cells evolved from prokaryotic cells. Some might argue that prokaryotic cells are less important than eukaryotic cells. But a case can be made that prokaryotic cells are just as important to life on Earth today as eukaryotic cells. Which do you think is true? Are prokaryotic cells important to life on Earth? Analyze the similarities and differences of these cell types to explain your position. List at least three reasons that support your answer No Responses New Response to Topic Be the first to respond to the Discussion topic!

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Kareem Gilmore · Answer 1

Prokaryotes are so important to the biosphere that if they were to disappear, the prospects for any other life surviving would be dim. Prokaryotes are indispensable links in the recycling of chemical elements in ecosystems