Which are characteristics of a prokaryotic cell? check all that apply.

contains dna

lacks dna

contains ribosomes

lacks ribosomes

contains a nucleus

lacks a nucleus

Contains DNA

Contains ribosomes

Lacks a nucleus

Ans.

Prokaryotic cells are most primitive cells that lack a true nucleus and other membrane bound organelles, such as endoplamsic reticulum, golgi bodies, and mitochondria. In these cells, genetic material or DNA present in cytoplasm and known as nucleoid. Ribosomes are also found in prokaryotic cells that play role in protein synthesis.

Thus, the correct options are options). 'contains DNA', 'contains ribosomes', and 'lacks a nucleus.'

they fuse to form they have half as many chromosomes as a somatic cell of the same individual. b