Damage to which of the following immediately kills the cell whether it is prokaryotic or eukaryotic?
Correct answer: C. Cell membrane
- A. Nucleus
- B. Mitochondria
- C. Cell membrane
- D. All of these
Explanation
Disruption or damage to the cell membrane can lead to the loss of essential cellular components, disrupt homeostasis, and ultimately cause the cell to lyse (burst), leading to cell death.
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