Question

which cell structure serves the stated function in both eukaryotic and prokaryotic cells?
nucleus: stores genetic material
cytoplasm: protects cell structures
ribosomes: regulate cell processes
dna: surrounds cell contents

Explanation:

• Nucleus: Prokaryotic cells lack a nucleus.
• Cytoplasm: Present in both cell types, cushions and protects structures.
• Ribosomes: Their function is protein synthesis, not regulating processes.
• DNA: Its role is storing genetic info, not surrounding contents.

Answer:

B. cytoplasm: protects cell structures