Select all of the following that are true about prokaryotes. \( \square \) lack a nucleus \( \square \) simplest types of life \( \square \) most ancient forms of life on Earth \( \square \) evolved after eukaryotes membranous organelles \( \square \) Need help? Review these concept resources. (>)

The following statements about prokaryotes are **true**: - \( \checked \) **lack a nucleus** Prokaryotic cells do not have a membrane-bound nucleus. Their genetic material is located in a region called the nucleoid. - \( \checked \) **simplest types of life** Prokaryotes are considered the most basic and simplest forms of life, lacking the complex structures found in eukaryotic cells. - \( \checked \) **most ancient forms of life on Earth** Prokaryotes are believed to be the earliest forms of life, having existed on Earth for billions of years. The statement below is **not true**: - \( \square \) **evolved after eukaryotes membranous organelles** This is incorrect. Prokaryotes existed before eukaryotes and do not have membranous organelles, whereas eukaryotes do. - \( \square \) **Need help? Review these concept resources.** This is a prompt for assistance and not a factual statement about prokaryotes. **Summary of True Statements:** 1. Lack a nucleus 2. Simplest types of life 3. Most ancient forms of life on Earth