Which of These Statements Does NOT Describe Eukaryotic Cells

Question

Which of these statements does NOT describe eukaryotic cells?
A) Their cytoplasm consists of the cytosol and organelles.
B) They possess a selectively permeable membrane.
C) Their genetic material is localized in the cytoplasm.
D) Their DNA is organized into chromosomes.

Accepted Answer

Eukaryotic cells have their genetic material enclosed within a nucleus, not localized in the cytoplasm. This is a key feature that distinguishes them from prokaryotic cells, where the genetic material is indeed found in the cytoplasm.