Choose the correct answers from the alternatives given. Which one of the following is not true about prokaryotes?
A
They are living cells
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B
They lack a nucleus
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C
They are either archaebacteria or eubacteria
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D
All are heterotrophic
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Solution
The correct option is D All are heterotrophic Prokaryotes are unicellular organisms that do not possess a proper nucleus. They lack nuclear membrane and organelles. They are living organisms and can be classified into 2 - Archaebacteria and Eubacteria. Some prokaryotes like blue green algae can make their own food and are autotrophs.