How are eukaryotic cells different from prokaryotic cells?

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Eukaryotic cells have their DNA in a distinct nucleus, a feature that distinguishes them from prokaryotes. In addition, the DNA of eukaryotic cells is found in linear, rather than circular, chromosomes. Eukaryotic cells also have numerous organelles, structures that perform specific functions for the cell. Finally, eukaryotic cells are larger than prokaryotic cells?while prokaryotic cells measure 0.1 to 10 micrometers, eukaryotic cells generally measure 10 to 100 micrometers.

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