Prokaryotic cells Flashcards

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Key features

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Bacteria
Smaller
No nucleus
Circular DNA not associated with proteins

Some have: plasmids, capsules, flagella

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Flagella

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Motility/movement

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Nucleosome

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Stores genetic information

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Cytoplasm

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Site of chemical reactions

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Ribosomes

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70S (smaller)

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Slime capsule

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Protection + prevent drying

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Cell wall

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Made from murein, provides strength + support

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Plasma membrane

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Controls movement of substances

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Plasmids

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Small loop of genetic information

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10
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Cells in both eukaryotes and prokaryotes

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DNA
Flagella
Membrane bound
Cell wall 
Ribosomes
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