Comparison between Prokaryotes and Eukaryotes

By: Prof. Dr. Fazal Rehman Shamil | Last updated: February 3, 2024

 

         

Let me share with you a comparison between Prokaryotes and Eukaryotes.

Aspect            Prokaryotes           Eukaryotes
Definition

 

·        Single-celled organisms that lack a true nucleus and membrane-bound organelles.·        These are multicellular organisms with a true nucleus and membrane-bound organelles.
Ribosomes·        70S·        80S
Genetic Material·        Circular DNA,with no histones; plasmids may be present·        Linear DNA with histones and multiple chromosomes
Cytoplasmic Structure·        Less complex cytoplasm·        Complex cytoplasm with cytoskeleton
Endomembrane System·        Absent·        Present
Type of reproduction·        Asexual reproduction mainly through binary fission.·        Asexual and sexual reproduction both through mitosis and meiosis.
Metabolism·        Mostly anaerobic·        Aerobic and anaerobic metabolism
Examples·        Bacteria

·        Archaea

·        Protists

·        Fungi

·        Plants

·        Animals