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    Question

    Which of the following is not a characteristic of

    prokaryotic cells?
    A Only a single chromosome is present Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Nucleus is present Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Cell division takes place by fission or budding Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D All of the above are characteristics of a prokaryotic cell Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    There are two types of cells- Prokaryotic cells and eukaryotic cells. The main difference between the two cells is that prokaryotic cells basically have no nuclei, whereas eukaryotic cells has a nuclei. Eukaryotic cells are larger and more complex than the prokaryotic cells. Prokaryotes are organisms made up of cells that lack a cell nucleus or any membrane-encased organelles. This means that they have no nucleus. Examples are bacteria. Eukaryotes are organisms made up of cells that possess a membrane-bound nucleus as well as membrane-bound organelles. These organisms hold the genetic material in their cells. The genetic material in eukaryotes is contained within a nucleus in a cell. The DNA of these organisms is structured and is organized into chromosomes. Human body consists of eukaryotic cells. Hence, option B is correct.

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