The characteristics that are common to all eukaryotic cells are:
- Nucleus - Eukaryotic cells have a defined nucleus that contains their genetic material.
- Membrane-bound organelles - Eukaryotic cells contain various membrane-bound organelles, such as mitochondria, endoplasmic reticulum, and Golgi apparatus.
- DNA - Eukaryotic cells have DNA that is organized into chromosomes within the nucleus.
The characteristic "no nucleus" is not applicable to eukaryotic cells, as they consistently possess a nucleus.