In terms of cellular function, what is the most important difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?

• A. Eukaryotic cells can synthesize proteins, but prokaryotic cells cannot.
• B. Eukaryotic cells are much more successful than prokaryotic cells.
• C. Eukaryotic cells lack many of the organelles found in prokaryotes.
• D. Eukaryotic cells are larger than prokaryotic cells.
• E. Eukaryotic cells are compartmentalized, which allows for specialization.