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Which of the following is a defining feature of prokaryotic cells compared to eukaryotic cells?
Options
A Presence of mitochondria
B Membrane-bound nucleus
C Absence of membrane-bound organelles
Correct Answer
D Linear DNA strands
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Prokaryotic cells (Bacteria and Archaea) lack a membrane-bound nucleus and other membrane-enclosed organelles like mitochondria, ER, and Golgi. Their DNA is typically a single circular chromosome located in the nucleoid region.

Hint

The prefix 'pro-' means before the nucleus.

Question Info

Course: BIO 101
Topic: BIO 101 Past Questions
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 808 of 2556
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