Multiple Choice
Which type of cell lacks a membrane-bound nucleus?
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1. Overview of Cell Biology
Prokaryotes vs. Eukaryotes
Multiple Choice
In the context of prokaryotes vs. eukaryotes, which statement best answers the question: Do prokaryotic cells have a Golgi apparatus?
A
No; prokaryotic cells lack a Golgi apparatus and other membrane-bound organelles.
B
Yes; prokaryotic cells have a Golgi apparatus for modifying and sorting proteins.
C
Yes, but only archaeal cells have a Golgi apparatus while bacterial cells do not.
D
No; prokaryotic cells lack ribosomes, so they also lack a Golgi apparatus.
Verified step by step guidance1
Step 1: Understand the key difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells in terms of cellular organization. Prokaryotic cells are simpler and lack membrane-bound organelles, while eukaryotic cells have complex internal compartments.
Step 2: Recall the function and nature of the Golgi apparatus. The Golgi apparatus is a membrane-bound organelle involved in modifying, sorting, and packaging proteins, which is characteristic of eukaryotic cells.
Step 3: Recognize that prokaryotic cells do not have membrane-bound organelles, including the Golgi apparatus. This is a fundamental distinction in cell biology.
Step 4: Evaluate the answer choices based on this knowledge. The correct statement should reflect that prokaryotes lack the Golgi apparatus because they do not have membrane-bound organelles.
Step 5: Note that the statement about prokaryotes lacking ribosomes is incorrect, as prokaryotes do have ribosomes, but these are not membrane-bound organelles like the Golgi apparatus.
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