Prokaryotes:

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Prokaryotes:

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Starting with a broad view of the question, we’re evaluating basic bacterial cellular features. 
Option 1: Have a single loop of genetic material. This is correct because prokaryotes typically possess a single circular chromosome (a closed loop of DNA) that resides in the cytoplasm in a region called the nucleoid. 
Option 2: Have a true nucleus. Prokaryotes do not have a true nucleus; their DNA is not enclosed by a nuclear membrane, which distinguishes them from eukaryotes. 
Option 3: Are highly evolved organisms. The term 'highly evolved' is vague and misleading here; prokaryotes are ancient and simple in cellular organization relative to eukaryotes, not characterized by complexity implied by the phrase. 
Option 4: Have true membrane bound organelles. Prokaryotes lack membrane-bound organelles like a mitochondrion or nucleus, which is a hallmark that sets them apart from eukaryotic cells. Their cellular components are not segregated by internal membranes. 
In summary, the key distinguishing feature among the options is the presence of a single loop of genetic material in prokaryotes, while the other statements describe traits not associated with prokaryotic cell structure.

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