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Multiple Choice
Which of the following structures is found in both prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?
A
Nucleus
B
Ribosomes
C
Mitochondria
D
Chloroplasts
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Begin by understanding the basic differences between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells. Prokaryotic cells are simpler and do not have membrane-bound organelles, while eukaryotic cells have complex structures including membrane-bound organelles.
Identify the structures listed in the problem: Nucleus, Ribosomes, Mitochondria, and Chloroplasts.
Recall that the nucleus is a membrane-bound organelle found only in eukaryotic cells, not in prokaryotic cells.
Understand that mitochondria and chloroplasts are also membrane-bound organelles, present only in eukaryotic cells.
Recognize that ribosomes are the only structure listed that are found in both prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells, as they are essential for protein synthesis in all living cells.