Prokaryotic cells Flashcards
flagellum
allows movement
helps propel cell through liquids
ribosomes
(70s) sit of protein synthesis
cytoplasm
solvent where chemical reactions take place
nucleoid (DNA)
contains all or most genetic material
cell wall
supports cell
capsule
outer layer protecting cell from toxic compounds
sometimes toxins within capsule which is what also causes sickness in immune
pilus
hair like structure associated bacterial adhesion and related to bacterial colonization and infection
allows transmitting information and material from one cell to another
they also stick to other cells
plasma membrane
regulates movement of substances in and out of the cell. also has receptor molecules on it which allows it to detect or respond to chemicals like hormones