Read the given statements and select the correct option.Statement 1: I...
The correct answer is b) Both statements 1 and 2 are correct but statement 2 is not the correct explanation of statement 1.
Explanation:
- Statement 1 is correct: Prokaryotes lack membrane-bound organelles like mitochondria.
- Statement 2 is also correct: Prokaryotes have structures called mesosomes, which are infoldings of the plasma membrane. They play a role in various functions including respiration. However, their role is not equivalent to the mitochondria in eukaryotic cells.
Read the given statements and select the correct option.Statement 1: I...
Understanding Prokaryotes and Their Structures
In the context of prokaryotic cells, it's essential to understand the implications of the given statements regarding mitochondria and mesosomes.
Statement 1: Mitochondria are Absent in Prokaryotes
- Prokaryotic cells, such as bacteria, lack membrane-bound organelles.
- Mitochondria, which are responsible for aerobic respiration in eukaryotic cells, are not present in prokaryotes.
- Instead, prokaryotes perform respiration through the cell membrane.
Statement 2: Mesosomes are Present in Prokaryotes
- Mesosomes are infoldings of the prokaryotic cell membrane.
- They have been traditionally thought to assist in processes like respiration, cell division, and DNA replication.
- However, the existence and function of mesosomes are debated among scientists.
Why Option B is Correct?
- Both statements are correct:
- Statement 1 accurately describes the absence of mitochondria in prokaryotes.
- Statement 2 correctly identifies mesosomes and their proposed role in respiration.
- However, Statement 2 does not serve as a direct explanation for Statement 1:
- Mesosomes do not replace the function of mitochondria; they are involved in different processes.
In conclusion, the correct answer is option B: Both statements are correct, but Statement 2 is not the correct explanation of Statement 1.