Question

Which of the following cellular components is present in eukaryotic cells but absent in prokaryotic cells?

• A. Plasma membrane
• B. Ribosomes
• C. Mitochondria
• D. Cell wall

Hint:

Prokaryotes lack membrane-bound organelles such as \[ \boxed{ \text{Mitochondria, Chloroplasts, Endoplasmic Reticulum and Golgi Apparatus.} } \]

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Step 1: Compare prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells. Both prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells possess
• Plasma membrane,
• Ribosomes. Many prokaryotes and some eukaryotes also possess a cell wall.

Step 2: Identify the membrane-bound organelle. Membrane-bound organelles such as mitochondria are found only in eukaryotic cells. Prokaryotic cells lack membrane-bound organelles. Hence, \[ \boxed{\text{Mitochondria}} \] is the correct answer. Therefore, \[ \boxed{(C)} \] is the correct answer.