Which of the following is a characteristic of prokaryotic cells?
Options
A.
Absence of a true nucleus
B.
Presence of mitochondria
C.
Presence of chloroplasts
D.
More than one of the above
E.
None of the above
Correct Answer (Detailed Explanation is Below)
A.
Absence of a true nucleus
Detailed Explanation
Prokaryotic cells lack a true membrane-bound nucleus. Their DNA is generally present in a nucleoid region. They also lack typical membrane-bound organelles such as mitochondria and Golgi bodies. Bacteria may have structures such as capsules, flagella, pili and cell walls. These features help distinguish them from eukaryotic cells.