Question

which of the following cellular components is a key distinguishing feature that accounts for the differences in complexity and size between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells? cytoplasm, the internal fluid that houses cellular components in both cell types. genetic material (dna), which contains the hereditary information of the cell in both cell types. membrane - bound organelles, which allow for compartmentalization of metabolic processes in eukaryotic cells. ribosomes, which are essential for protein synthesis in both cell types. plasma membrane, a selective barrier that encloses the cell in both cell types.

Explanation:

Eukaryotic cells are more complex and generally larger than prokaryotic cells. The key distinguishing feature is the presence of membrane - bound organelles in eukaryotic cells which allow for compartmentalization of metabolic processes. Prokaryotic cells lack membrane - bound organelles.

Answer:

Membrane - bound organelles, which allow for compartmentalization of metabolic processes in eukaryotic cells.