Which of the following correctly states a difference between protein synthesis in prokaryotes and protein synthesis in eukaryotes?
A. Eukaryotes, but not prokaryotes, synthesize an mRNA strand from a DNA template.
B. Prokaryotes, but not eukaryotes, use ribosomes to synthesize proteins.
C. Eukaryotes, but not prokaryotes, require energy to carry out protein synthesis.
D. Prokaryotes, but not eukaryotes, undergo transcription and translation simultaneously.

The key difference in protein synthesis between prokaryotes and eukaryotes is that prokaryotes can transcribe and translate proteins simultaneously, while eukaryotes separate these processes both in time and location. This leads to differences in how gene expression is regulated in these two types of organisms. Thus, the correct answer to the question is option D. ;

Answered by GinnyAnswer | 2025-07-08

The main difference between protein synthesis in prokaryotes and eukaryotes is that prokaryotes can carry out transcription and translation simultaneously, while in eukaryotes these processes are separated. Both types of cells synthesize mRNA from DNA, use ribosomes for protein synthesis, and require energy to do so. Thus, the correct answer is option D.
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Answered by Anonymous | 2025-07-21