What is the primary reason antibiotics can target prokaryotic ribosomes without affecting eukaryotic ribosomes?

• A. Eukaryotic ribosomes are located in the nucleus, while prokaryotic ribosomes are in the cytoplasm.
• B. Prokaryotic ribosomes are larger than eukaryotic ribosomes.
• C. Prokaryotic ribosomes have a different structure and size compared to eukaryotic ribosomes.
• D. Antibiotics are unable to penetrate eukaryotic cells.

Answer: (C)