Which of the Following Statements Is an Accurate Comparison of Eukaryotic

question 6

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is an accurate comparison of eukaryotic and prokaryotic cells?

• A) Prokaryotic cells include the gametes and various single-celled organisms, while eukaryotic cells may occur as single-celled or multicelled organisms.
• B) Eukaryotic cells include gametes, have cell membranes and a nucleus, and may occur as single-celled or multicelled organisms.
• C) Prokaryotic cells make up single-celled organisms, while eukaryotic cells make up multicelled organisms.
• D) The earliest eukaryotic cells appeared about 3.5 billion years ago, while the earliest prokaryotic cells appeared about 1.2 billion years ago.

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Definitions:

Mutation

A change in the genetic material of an organism, which can be caused by various factors including environmental exposure and replication errors, potentially leading to different traits or diseases.

Evolutionary Terms

A collective set of concepts and vocabulary used to describe and explain the processes and mechanisms of biological evolution, including natural selection, adaptation, and speciation.

Polygenetic Inheritance

Two or more genes contributing to the phenotypic expression of a single characteristic.

Genotypic Expression

The manifestation of characteristics or traits in an organism resulting from the interaction of its genetic makeup with the environment.