Which statement correctly distinguishes eukaryotic cells from prokaryotic cells?
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Correct answer: Eukaryotic cells contain membrane-bound organelles
A defining feature of eukaryotic cells is the presence of membrane-bound organelles such as the nucleus, mitochondria, and endoplasmic reticulum. Prokaryotic cells do not have such compartmentalization.
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