AP BIOLOGY

THE CELL

CELL THEORY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following structures would be used to identify a prokaryotic cell?
A
cell membrane, nucleus, and DNA
B
cell wall, flagella, and chloroplasts
C
cytoplasm, smooth and rough endoplasmic reticulum
D
cell membrane, ribosomes, and a chromosome
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Prokaryotic cells are much smaller than eukaryotic cells, have no nucleus, and lack organelles. All prokaryotic cells are encased by a cell wall. Many also have a capsule or slime layer made of polysaccharide. Prokaryotes often have appendages (protrusions) on their surface.

Detailed explanation-2: -Prokaryotic cells only have a small range of organelles, generally only a plasma membrane and ribosomes.

Detailed explanation-3: -The distinction between prokaryotes and eukaryotes is considered to be the most important distinction among groups of organisms. Eukaryotic cells contain membrane-bound organelles, such as the nucleus, while prokaryotic cells do not.

Detailed explanation-4: -Ribosomes are found in prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells; in mitochondria, chloroplasts and bacteria. Those found in prokaryotes are generally smaller than those in eukaryotes. Ribosomes in mitochondria and chloroplasts are similar in size to those in bacteria.

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