Bacteria Flashcards
Memorize the structure of a bacteria
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Capsule
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A sticky layer that surrounds the cell walls of some bacteria
2
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Cell Membrane
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A layer that controls what goes in and out of the cell
3
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Cell Wall
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A rigid structure that surrounds the cell membrane and provides support to the cell
4
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Cytoplasm
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A jellylike fluid inside the cell in which the organelles are suspended
5
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DNA
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A complex molecule containing the genetic information that makes up the chromosomes.
6
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Flagella
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A long, whip-like filament that helps in cell motility.
7
Q
Plasmid
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small, circular piece of DNA located in the cytoplasm of many bacteria
8
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Ribosome
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A small organelle in cells where proteins are made (from amino acids.)
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