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BIO 101 Last Min Prep Objective Question

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Prokaryotic cells do not have a nucleus. What do they have in its place? a. Nuclear membrane b. Nucleolus c. Nuclear envelope d. Nucleoid
Options
A Nuclear membrane
B Nucleolus
C Nuclear envelope
D Nucleoid
Correct Answer
Correct Answer

Option D is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

In place of a true nucleus, prokaryotic cells contain a nucleoid. This is the area within the cytoplasm where the genetic material (DNA) is located, but it is not enclosed by a nuclear membrane or envelope.

Hint

The region is like a 'nucleusoid' – resembling a nucleus but not quite.

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