Introduction:
Cells are the basic unit of life. They are classified into two types, prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells, based on their structural and functional characteristics.

Prokaryotic Cells:
Prokaryotic cells are small, simple and primitive cells that lack a true nucleus and membrane-bound organelles. They are found in bacteria and archaea. The main characteristics of prokaryotic cells are:

They are small in size, usually ranging from 0.1 to 5 micrometers.

They lack a true nucleus and their genetic material is present in a single circular chromosome.

They have a cell wall outside the plasma membrane that provides structural support and protection.

They have ribosomes for protein synthesis, but they are smaller in size than eukaryotic ribosomes.

They may have flagella or pili for movement and attachment.

Eukaryotic Cells:
Eukaryotic cells are larger, complex and evolved cells that have a true nucleus and membrane-bound organelles. They are found in plants, animals, fungi, and protists. The main characteristics of eukaryotic cells are:

They are larger in size, ranging from 10 to 100 micrometers.

They have a true nucleus that contains the genetic material in the form of multiple linear chromosomes.

They have a variety of membrane-bound organelles such as mitochondria, endoplasmic reticulum, Golgi apparatus, lysosomes, and peroxisomes.

They may have a cell wall in plants and fungi, but it is made up of different materials than prokaryotic cell walls.

They have larger ribosomes for protein synthesis.

They may have flagella or cilia for movement.

Conclusion:
In summary, the main differences between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells are the presence of a true nucleus and membrane-bound organelles in eukaryotic cells, while prokaryotic cells lack these structures. Eukaryotic cells are also larger and more complex than prokaryotic cells.

Eukaryotic cells contain membrane-bound organelles, including a nucleus. Eukaryotescan be single-celled or multi-celled, such as you, me, plants, fungi, and insects. Bacteria are an example of prokaryotes. Prokaryotic cells do not contain a nucleus or any other membrane-bound organelle.