Prokaryotic cells Flashcards
1
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Parts of prokaryotic cells
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Cell wall
ribosome
Circular DNA
Plasmid
Cell surface membrane
2
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What parts do only some prokaryotic cells have
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Capsule
flagellum
Capsid
3
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Function of capsule
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Secrete slime capsule around cell wall
Protect the prokaryotic cell from other cells
Helps prokaryotic cells stick together
4
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Function of flagella
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Propel the bacterial in a directions
5
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Function of Pili
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Attach prokaryotic cells to other cells or suraces
6
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What type of ribosome+ function
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70s ribosome
Where protein synthesis occurs
7
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Function of plasmid
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Reproduce themselves- used as a vector in genetic engineering
Posses genes that aid survival in adverse conditions
ex - produce enzymes to break down antibiotics
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