Question

variety of cells
what characteristic makes the answer for question #1 a
prokaryote?
a no membrane - bound organelles
b contains a cell (plasma) membrane
c has a nucleus to hold the cells dna
d has the ability to move by flagella or cilia

Explanation:

Prokaryotes are defined by the absence of membrane - bound organelles. Option B (cell membrane) is a feature of both prokaryotes and eukaryotes. Option C (nucleus) is a eukaryotic feature. Option D (movement by flagella/cilia) is not the defining characteristic of prokaryotes.

Answer:

A. no membrane - bound organelles