MASTERING MICROBIOLOGY TAXONOMY
MASTERING MICROBIOLOGY TAXONOMY
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Chapter 11, Problem 1TF
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Prokaryotes are the unicellular organisms that are believed to be the primary inhabitants of the planet earth. They lack cellular membrane-bound cellular organelles and does not possess a defined nucleus. The mode of reproduction in the prokaryotes is observed to be that of asexual reproduction such as binary fission

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Answer to Problem 1TF

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The statement was given, “All prokaryotes reproduce sexually”, is false.

The true statement is “All prokaryotes reproduce asexually”.

Explanation of Solution

The given statement is false as the prokaryotic microorganism reproduces by the asexual mode of reproduction. Binary fission is a type of asexual reproduction in which a cell duplicates its content and by the process of cytokinesis, divides into two daughter cells.

Conclusion

All prokaryotes reproduce asexually.

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