Question

1.write two important characteristics of prokaryotic cells.

2.in what way mitochondria and chloroplasts are different from other organellspresent in a cell?

Answer 1

1. i. Prokaryotic cells lack membrane bound organelles and are smaller in size.
ii. Prokaryotic cells lack a true nucleus.
2. i. Both are surrounded by double membrane.
ii. Both carry their own genetic materials.
iii. Both replicate and divide autonomously.
iv. Both are involved in energy metabolism.