Question

Prokaryotic cells are able to evolve very fast, which helps them to rapidly adapt to new food sources and develop resistance to antibiotics. Which of the options below lists the three main characteristics that support the rapid evolution of prokaryotic populations?

a. No organelles, cell wall, can exchange DNA.
b. Large population, rapid growth, can exchange DNA.
c. Aerobic, motile, rapid growth.
d. Microscopic, motile, anaerobic.

Answer 1

Answer: it is D

Explanation: Prokaryotic cells are able to evolve very fast, which helps them to rapidly adapt to new food sources and develop resistance to antibiotics. Which of the options below lists the three main characteristics that support the rapid evolution of prokaryotic populations?

(a) microscopic, motile, anaerobic

(b) aerobic, motile, rapid growth

(c) no organelles, cell wall, can exchange DNA

(d) large population, rapid growth, can exchange DNA