prokaryotic cell
Pronunciation
Noun
B2 Upper-intermediate
Quick answer
A simple cell without a nucleus or other membrane-bound structures, characteristic of bacteria.
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Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "A _____ keeps its genetic material floating freely in the cytoplasm rather than enclosed in a nucleus."
Answer: prokaryotic cell
In your own words, what does "prokaryotic cell" mean?
A simple cell without a nucleus or other membrane-bound structures, characteristic of bacteria.
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