Prokaryotic cells generally are smaller than eukaryotic cells because
A) prokaryotes have more diverse energy sources.
B) prokaryotes have a capsule that limits cell growth.
C) the rigid cell wall of prokaryotes limits cell size.
D) prokaryotes lack the genetic material needed for protein synthesis.
E) only eukaryotes have compartmentalization, which allows for specialization.

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Eukaryotic cells have compartmentalization with organelles, allowing for specialization and larger cell size, whereas prokaryotic cells lack these features, limiting their size.

Prokaryotic Cells Generally Are Smaller Than Eukaryotic Cells Because