What are the characteristics of genomic DNA in prokaryotes? Which statements are true or false?
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The question is asking about the characteristics of genomic DNA in prokaryotes and which statements regarding it are true or false. It lists four statements relating to its structure and location.
Answer
Consists of single chromosome is true.
The statement 'Consists of single chromosome' is true.
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The statement 'Consists of single chromosome' is true.
More Information
Prokaryotic cells have DNA organized in a single, circular chromosome located in the nucleoid region. They lack a nucleus and nuclear membrane.
Tips
A common mistake is thinking prokaryotic DNA is linear or enclosed by a nuclear membrane—it's circular and lacks a membrane enclosure.
Sources
- Genome Packaging in Prokaryotes | Learn Science at Scitable - nature.com
- Prokaryote structure (article) | Khan Academy - khanacademy.org
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