The prokaryotic cell is a simple, small cell with no nucleus.

Organisms made from prokaryotic cells are very small, such as bacteria.

There are three main regions of the prokaryotic cell:

1) The outside protection or "envelope" of the cell. This is made up of the cell wall, membrane, and capsule.

2) The inside of the cell called the cytoplasmic region. Prokaryotes DO NOT HAVE A NUCLEUS! The DNA is free-floating in this region. This region includes the nucleoid, cytoplasm, and ribosomes.

3) The flagella, which are a whip-like appendages that can help the cell to move. Note: not all prokaryotic cells have flagella.

These cells are typically a lot bigger and more complex than prokaryotic cells. They have a defined nucleus which holds the cell's DNA.

These are the types of cells we find in plants and animals.