AP BIOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -Unlike eukaryotes, prokaryotes (which include bacteria) undergo a type of cell division known as binary fission. In some respects, this process is similar to mitosis; it requires replication of the cell’s chromosomes, segregation of the copied DNA, and splitting of the parent cell’s cytoplasm.

Detailed explanation-2: -The take-home message is that both mitosis and meiosis are unique to eukaryotes; binary fission is unique to prokaryotes but has several features in common with mitosis.

Detailed explanation-3: -The precise timing and formation of the mitotic spindle is critical to the success of eukaryotic cell division. Prokaryotic cells, on the other hand, do not undergo mitosis and therefore have no need for a mitotic spindle.

Detailed explanation-4: -All prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells have some similar features as they both contain ribosomes, genetic material, a cytoplasm, and plasma membranes.

Detailed explanation-5: -The Cell division in prokaryotes occurs through binary fission whereas in eukaryotes it may occur through mitosis or meiosis leading to the formation of the new cells.