Eukaryotic and Prokaryotic Cells Flashcards
Which Eukaryotic or Prokaryotic cells have a nucleus?
Eukaryotic.
What is the function of a Cytoplasm?
It is used to transport things around cells, to hold organelles in place and to maintain the cells shape.
What is the Cytoplasm made of?
Cytosol - a jelly like fluid.
What is a Plasmid?
A Plasmid is a DNA molecule that is distinct from a cell’s chromosomal DNA.
What is the structure of a Plasmid?
Small, circular, double stranded DNA molecule.
What is the function of a Pili?
Pili hairs are used to attach to hosts and share genetic information.
What is the structure of a Pili?
Pili are a sticky-hair like appendage, on the outside of a cell.
What are the functions of the Capsule?
A Capsule is a protective outer covering of the cell, it protects the cell when it is engulfed by other organisms. It helps retain moisture. It helps the cell adhere to surfaces and nutrients.
What is the function of the Cell Wall?
The Cell Wall is an outer covering that protects the bacterial cell and gives it it’s shape.
What is the another name for the Nucleoid?
Chromosomal DNA (Nucleoid).
What is the Nucleoid(Chromosomal DNA)?
The area of the cytoplasm that contains the single bacterial DNA molecule.
What type of cell is a bacteria?
Bacteria - Prokaryotic cell.
What are Ribosomes responsible for?
Ribosomes are responsible for Protein Synthesis.
What is the function of the Cell Membrane?
The Cell Membrane encloses the cell and controls what goes in and out(selectively-permeable).
What is the Cell Membrane made of?
Phospholipid Layer.
