Question

Are plastids eukaryotic or prokaryotic?

Answer 1

Plastids are prokaryotic.

Explanation:

Plastids are characteristic of plant cells. These are semi-autonomous as these contain fragments of DNA , the genetic material.

DNA in prokaryotic cells is present in the cytoplasm without any definite membrane surrounding it. The well defined nucleus is absent as is present in eukaryotic cells which is surrounded by double-layered porous nuclear membrane.

The genetic material (DNA) is present in plastids scattered in the cytoplasm (stroma) without any membrane surrounding it. Plastids are thus prokaryotic.