Prokaryotic and Eukaryotic organisms differ in size, genetic material and in the presence of membrane bound organelles.

But how is this relevant outside of biology class? The similarities and differences between prokaryotes and eukaryotes form a cornerstone of modern medicine, specifically regarding antibiotics! Antibiotics attach components of cells that are unique to prokaryotes, such as cell walls. This way, the prokaryotic bacteria are killed without damaging human eukaryotic cells.

0:00-0:13 Introduction
0:13-0:39 Examples of Prokaryotic and Eukaryotic Cells
0:39-1:03 Size of Prokaryotic and Eukaryotic Organisms
1:04-1:20 Presence of a Nucleus
1:20-2:07 Presence of Membrane-Bound Organelles
2:07-2:47 How Antibiotics Attack Prokaryotes/Bacteria
2:48-3:29 Beta Lactam Antibiotics: Penicillin
3:30-4:34 Macrolides Antibiotics: Erythromycin


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