No, an amoeba is not a prokaryotic cell; it is classified as a eukaryotic cell.
Amoebas belong to the group of organisms called protists, which are characterized by having complex cells with a nucleus and other membrane-bound organelles. In contrast, prokaryotic cells, such as bacteria, lack a defined nucleus and organelles. Prokaryotes are generally smaller and simpler in structure than eukaryotes.
The key distinguishing feature of eukaryotic cells, such as those of amoebas, is their nucleus. The nucleus houses the cell’s genetic material, allowing for more complex and regulated functions within the cell. Additionally, amoebas exhibit unique behaviors, such as movement via pseudopodia, which are extensions of the cell membrane, further highlighting their eukaryotic nature.