Multiple choice

The difference between prokaryotes and eukaryotes is:

  1. of cell size

  2. of cell shape

  3. in the chemical composition of protoplasm

  4. in the organization of nuclear materials

  5. none of above

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D Correct answer
Explanation

The fundamental difference between prokaryotes and eukaryotes is nuclear organization. Prokaryotes lack a true nucleus and membrane-bound organelles, while eukaryotes possess a well-defined nucleus with a nuclear membrane and various membrane-bound organelles like mitochondria and chloroplasts.