What are the main differences between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells.

Explain the differences between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells.

The differences between passive and active transport and how they aid in the transmission of substances across membranes.

What is the difference between passive and active transport? Give the definitions of each, including the 3 types of passive transport.

Understanding the various types of microscopes and its uses.

What type of microscope (Dissecting Microscope, Compound Light Microscope, TEM or SEM) you would use to examine the following specimens and explain WHY the choice of microscope is appropriate: a) human tooth b) human blood cell: c) mitochondrial membrane folding d) pollen grain surface structure

microscopy

How do you calculate total magnification of a specimen viewed by a light microscope? What is the total magnification of images viewed under each of the four lenses of your microscope?

Some characteristics of mRNA.

Name 5 features of mRNA that can regulate its stability or translation. Indicate whether the feature regulates stability or translation.