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Identify and describe one or two structural and functional differences between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells that you believe contribute to the ability of eukaryotic cells to form the specialized cells and structures found in multicellular organisms. While there are several differences between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells, please limit your answer to those structural and functional differences that will assist in the evolution of multicellularity.

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