Question

What is one way that eukaryotic cells differ from prokaryotic cells? A. Only eukaryotic cells store their genetic material in chromosomes. B. Only eukaryotic cells reproduce through binary fission. C. Only eukaryotic cells reproduce through mitosis. D. Only eukaryotic cells store their genetic material in ribosomes.

Answer 1

The one way in which eukaryotic cells differ from prokaryotic cells is Only eukaryotic cells reproduce through mitosis.

Explanation:

• The cells which lack a well defined nucleus are called Prokaryotic cells.
• The cells which have a well defined nucleus, bounded by a nuclear membrane are called Eukaryotic cells.
• Both prokaryotes and Eukaryotes store their genetic material in chromosomes.
• Both prokaryotes and Eukaryotes can reproduce by binary fission (asexual mode of reproduction).
• Prokaryotes do not perform mitosis. Only eukaryotes reproduce through mitosis.
• Neither prokaryotes nor Eukaryotes store their genetic material in ribosomes.
• Eukaryotic genetic material is stored in a nucleus, whereas prokaryotic genetic material is   in the cytoplasm in the form of a nucleoid.

Hence, option (C) is correct.