Question

Select all that apply.

There are distinct differences and similarities between prokaryotes and eukaryotes; the similarities are _____.
they both have a plasma membrane and protoplasm
they both have membrane-bounded organelles
they both have DNA
they both have a distinct nucleus

Answer 1

The correct answers are: they both have a plasma membrane and protoplasm, and they both have DNA.

Prokaryotes and eukaryotes share many common features some of which are as follows:

1. Cell membrane: Both the cells are surrounded by cell membrane which isolate them from surrounding environment and acts as selective barrier.

2. Genetic material: Both the cells contain DNA as their genetic material which regulates the function of the cells and is passe to the next generation.

3. Ribosomes: Both the cells have ribosomes which help in translation of mRNA in both.

4. Protoplasm: Both the cells contain protoplasm. In eukaryotes protoplasm is divided into cytoplasm and nucleoplasm.

Answer 2

The similarities are:

*they both have a plasma membrane and protoplasm

*they both contain DNA

Even though you didn't label the answer choices, the answers are A. and C.