Question

Genetic material present in prokaryotes is _________

• A. nucleosome
• B. nucleus
• C. nucleolus
• D. nucleoid

Hint:

Prokaryotic DNA is naked and circular, located in the nucleoid region.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

Step 1: Understanding prokaryotic cells.
Prokaryotic cells lack a true nucleus and membrane-bound organelles.

Step 2: Location of genetic material.
Their DNA is present in an irregular, non-membrane-bound region called the nucleoid.

Step 3: Eliminating other options.
Nucleosomes are found in eukaryotes.
Nucleus and nucleolus are absent in prokaryotes.

Step 4: Conclusion.
Hence, the genetic material in prokaryotes is present in the nucleoid.