Why are bacteria classified as prokaryotes?
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Why are bacteria classified as prokaryotes?
Definition of a Prokaryote:
Prokaryotes are simple cells that lack a nucleus or membrane-bound organelles. A nucleus is a type of organelle that holds DNA. In prokaryotes, however, their DNA floats in the cytoplasm in a nuclear region rather than being contained in a nucleus.
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View this answerBacteria are classified as prokaryotes because they lack a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles. All bacteria are prokaryotes, and while they may...
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