Question

genes, chromosomes, and dna quick check
which of the following choices correctly compares prokaryotic and eukaryotic chromosomes? (1 point)
prokaryotic chromosomes are wrapped into structures called nucleosomes.
prokaryotes tend to only have one chromosome while eukaryotes have many.
prokaryotic chromosomes are typically much larger than eukaryotic ones.
prokaryotic chromosomes are linear while eukaryotic chromosomes are circular

Explanation:

• Prokaryotes (like bacteria) usually have a single, circular chromosome. Eukaryotes (like plants and animals) have multiple, linear chromosomes.
• Nucleosomes are part of eukaryotic chromosome structure (DNA wrapped around histone proteins).
• Eukaryotic chromosomes are generally larger than prokaryotic ones.

Answer:

Prokaryotes tend to only have one chromosome while eukaryotes have many.