The defining difference between prokaryotes and eukaryotes is
- A
Eukaryotes lack a continuous plasma membrane surrounding their cytoplasm and organelles
- B
Prokaryotes are typically larger and contain several linear chromosomes per cell
- C
Prokaryotes contain ribosomes, while eukaryotes use the nucleolus instead
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Eukaryotes have membrane-bound organelles (especially a nucleus); prokaryotes don't
Explanation
Prokaryotes (bacteria, archaea) lack a true nucleus and other membrane-bound organelles. Eukaryotes have both.