Eukaryotic Cells - GCSE Biology Definition

Eukaryotic cells are a type of cell that are found in plants, animals, fungi, and protists. They are more complex than prokaryotic cells, which are found in bacteria. The main feature of eukaryotic cells is that they have a distinct nucleus, which holds the cell's genetic material (DNA) enclosed in a membrane. They also contain other structures called organelles, like mitochondria for energy production and ribosomes for protein synthesis, each with specific jobs to help the cell function properly. Eukaryotic cells are generally larger than prokaryotic cells and their complex structure allows them to perform many specialised functions.