Question

examine the table that highlights the structural similarities and differences between four cell types. one student (student 1) claims that cell i is the most distantly related to eukaryotic cells while another student (student 2) claims that cell iii is most distantly related to eukaryotic cells. which explanation is most accurate between these two contrasting claims? a student 1 has an explanation that is supported because eukaryotic cells do not have linear chromosomes. b student 2 has an explanation that is supported because eukaryotic cells cannot have single chromosomes as their genome. c student 2 has an explanation that is supported because eukaryotic cells have a nucleus, which is lacking completely in cell iii. d student 1 has an explanation that is supported because eukaryotic cells are not photosynthetic, so it cannot be closely related to

Explanation:

Eukaryotic cells have a nucleus. Cell III lacks a nucleus, while Cell I has a nucleus along with other eukaryotic - like features such as linear chromosomes and mitochondria. Having a nucleus is a key characteristic of eukaryotic cells. So, the cell without a nucleus (Cell III) is more distantly related to eukaryotic cells.

Answer:

C. Student 2 has an explanation that is supported because eukaryotic cells have a nucleus, which is lacking completely in cell III