Question

do prokaryotes have ribosomes?

Answer 1

Yes, prokaryotes do have ribosomes. Prokaryotic ribosomes are smaller than those found in eukaryotes, typically referred to as 70S ribosomes, consisting of a 50S large subunit and a 30S small subunit. These ribosomes are essential for protein synthesis in prokaryotic cells, which include bacteria and archaea. Despite their size difference, the fundamental role of ribosomes in translating messenger RNA (mRNA) into proteins is conserved across all forms of life.