Question

which statement most accurately identifies the characteristics that distinguish eukaryotic cells from prokaryotic cells?
○ eukaryotic cells contain a nucleus, but they lack ribosomes.
○ eukaryotic cells are significantly larger and more complex cells.
○ eukaryotic cells possess plasmids enclosed in a membrane.
○ eukaryotic cells possess a cell wall, and they are structurally simpler cells.

Explanation:

Eukaryotic cells have a nucleus and are generally larger and more complex than prokaryotic cells. Prokaryotes lack a true nucleus and are simpler in structure. Eukaryotes have membrane - bound organelles, not plasmids enclosed in a membrane as a key defining feature. Also, eukaryotes have ribosomes. And not all eukaryotes have a cell wall.

Answer:

Eukaryotic cells are significantly larger and more complex cells.