What are the characteristics of prokaryotes? 1. A prokaryote lacks a well-defined nucleus. 2. A prokaryote cannot perform basic life functions. 3. A prokaryote lacks cell organelles. 4. A prokaryote is larger than a eukaryote. 20 POINTS!
A prokaryote has no nucleus the DNA just floats in the cytoplasm. All the other answers are incorrect, prokaryotes can perform life functions, have organelles, and are smaller than eukaryotes.
