Botany-Prokaryotic & Eukaryotic Cells

NEET Botany Prokaryotic & Eukaryotic Cells MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 11

Which combination of statements about prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells is correct?

A

Prokaryotic cells lack a membrane-bound nucleus, whereas eukaryotic cells have a defined nucleus; prokaryotic cells are generally smaller than eukaryotic cells.

B

Eukaryotic cells have a cell wall, while prokaryotic cells do not; both types of cells contain membrane-bound organelles.

C

Prokaryotic cells are generally larger than eukaryotic cells, and they possess a nucleus; eukaryotic cells lack any genetic material.

D

All prokaryotic cells are unicellular, whereas eukaryotic cells can be both unicellular and multicellular; prokaryotic cells have complex organelles.

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

Prokaryotic cells are defined by the absence of a membrane-bound nucleus, making them generally smaller than eukaryotic cells, which do possess a defined nucleus. This aligns with the characteristics highlighted in the NCERT context.

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