Prokaryotic Cells Flashcards
1
Q
What’s are the optional components in a bacteria cell and their functions?
A
Flagellum- movement, maybe be multiple
Chromatophore- Inner folding of membrane that is site of photosynthesis
Slime capsule- protection from protects from chemical attack
Mesosome- Inner folding of membrane for respiration (larger SA)
2
Q
What is the structure of a virus?
A
Acellular, DNA or RNA and a protein capsule, some have lipoprotein envelope
3
Q
Why are viruses not considered to be living cells?
A
They have no cytoplasm
4
Q
What do prokaryotic cells not have the eukaryotic have?
A
No membrane bound organelles e.g. mitochondria, DNA is circular and free, ribosomes are smaller
