In this article we will discuss about the functions, size and shape of a cell. Functions of Cell: The description of different cellular components may lead to this erroneous idea that each component probably carries its activity independently. It is not so. All the cell organelles work together and their work is absolutely dependent upon each other. The working of [...]
Learn about the comparison between Prokaryotes and Eukaryotes. Comparison # Prokaryotes: 1. Cell in prokaryotes is smaller in size with a primitive type of nucleus called nucleoid or genophore. 2. The nuclear membrane is absent in prokaryotes. 3. The genetic material is only nucleic acid DNA. 4. The DNA molecules are circular and not associated with histone protein. 5. Endoplasmic [...]
In this article we will discuss about Taxonomy:- 1. Meaning of Taxonomy 2. Levels of Taxonomy 3. Periods 4. Role. Meaning of Taxonomy: The term taxonomy is derived from the Greek words ('taxis' means arrangement and 'nomos' means law). The term first proposed by the Swiss originated botanist Augustin Pyramus de Candolle in 1813 for the plant classification. He used [...]