Bacterial Cells Flashcards
Are Bacterial Cells Eukaryotic or Prokaryotic?
Prokaryotic
Prokaryotic means…
The cell does not have a Nucleus
What structures do Animal and Plant Cells have in common with Bacterial Cells?
Cytoplasm, Cell Membrane
Chromosomal DNA is…
The DNA of bacterial cells is found loose in the cytoplasm. It is called chromosomal DNA and is not contained within a nucleus.
Plasmid DNA are…
Small, closed-circles of DNA called plasmids present in their cytoplasm. Unlike the chromosomal DNA, plasmid DNA can move from one bacterium to another giving variation.
Flagella can…
Rotate or move in a whip-like motion to move the bacterium. Bacteria can have one or more flagella (singular: flagellum).
A Cell Wall…
Provides structure and protection. Only plant cell walls are made from cellulose.
Do Bacterial Cells divide by Mitosis?
No
How do Bacterial Cells copy themselves?
Binary Fission
How do Bacterial Cells copy themselves?
Binary Fission
