Which Statement Is True About Prokaryotes

question 50

Multiple Choice

Which statement is true about prokaryotes?

• A)They contain a nucleus.
• B)They lack ribosomes.
• C)They usually lack a cell wall.
• D)They do not divide by mitosis.
• E)They contain a long,linear strand of DNA as the genetic material.

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Definitions:

Single-gene Disorder

A genetic condition caused by mutations in a single gene.

Gene Duplication

The process by which a segment of genetic material or a chromosome is duplicated or copied within the genome, leading to gene redundancy and potentially novel functions.

Gene Sequence

The order of nucleotides in a section of DNA or RNA that represents a fragment of the genetic code.