No, prokaryotes do not divide by mitosis.
Mitosis is a cell division process specifically used by eukaryotic somatic cells to create two genetically identical daughter cells from a single mother cell. According to the provided reference, "prokaryotes do not go through mitosis." Prokaryotic cells, lacking a nucleus and other complex organelles, use alternative methods for cell division, such as binary fission.
| Feature | Mitosis | Binary Fission (Prokaryotes) |
|---|---|---|
| Cell Type | Eukaryotic somatic cells | Prokaryotic cells |
| Daughter Cells | Two, genetically identical | Two, genetically identical |
| Nuclear Envelope | Breaks down & reforms | No nuclear envelope |
| Chromosomes | Present and visible | No organized chromosomes |
