Biology - CELL STRUCTURE AND FUNCTION 4 Flashcards
1
Q
What is the structure of the cell wall?
A
It’s made out of peptidoglycan
2
Q
What is the function of the cell wall?
A
Protects and strengthens the cell
3
Q
What is the structure of the nucleoid? (prokaryotic cell)
A
Loop of DNA
4
Q
What is the function of the nucleoid?
A
Store of main genetic information
5
Q
What is the structure of ribosomes?
A
smaller than eukaryotic ribosomes
6
Q
What is the function of ribosomes?
A
Protein synthesis
7
Q
What is the structure of the capsule?
A
sticky substance on outside of the cell
8
Q
what is the function of the capsule?
A
Helps cells stick together and to surfaces
9
Q
what is the structure of plasmids?
A
small loops of DNA
10
Q
what is the function of the plasmids?
A
carry extra genetic material - its beneficial but not crucial for survival
