Multiple Choice
Which observation most strongly indicates that a cell is a eukaryote rather than a prokaryote?
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1. Overview of Cell Biology
Prokaryotes vs. Eukaryotes
Multiple Choice
In the context of prokaryotes vs. eukaryotes, which type of cells lacks a membrane-bound nucleus?
A
Animal cells
B
Prokaryotic cells
C
Eukaryotic cells
D
Plant cells
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Understand the key difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells: prokaryotic cells do not have a membrane-bound nucleus, while eukaryotic cells do.
Recall that animal cells and plant cells are types of eukaryotic cells, meaning they have a nucleus enclosed by a membrane.
Recognize that prokaryotic cells, such as bacteria, have their genetic material located in a region called the nucleoid, which is not enclosed by a membrane.
Therefore, identify that the type of cells lacking a membrane-bound nucleus are prokaryotic cells.
Confirm that the correct answer is 'Prokaryotic cells' because they lack a membrane-bound nucleus, unlike animal and plant cells.
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