3.6 Structure of Prokaryotic cells Flashcards

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What is the function of the plasmid?

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Small loops of DNA that aren’t part of the chromosome. Contain genes for things such as antibiotic resistance and can be passed between bacteria.

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What is the function of the flagellum?

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Long hair-like structure that rotates to make the bacterium move.

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What is the function of the DNA?

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floats free in the cytoplasm. Circular DNA, cintrols cell activities.

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What is the function of the capsule?

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Made up of secreted slime, helps to protect the bacteria from attack by cells of the immune system.

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