Prokaryotic Cells Flashcards
How old are prokaryotic cells?
3.5 billion years ago
Do prokaryotic cells have a nucleus?
No just circular DNA
Are prokaryotic cells biochemically diverse?
Yes
When did eukaryotic cells develop?
2 billion years ago
What groups can prokaryotes be divided into?
Bacteria and Archaea
What does the cytoplasm of prokaryotic cells contain?
Ribosomes
What are flagella composed of?
Protein Flagellin
What is the purpose of Pili?
Help bacteria stick to their substrate
What is the role of prokaryotic cell wall?
Protects cell against mechanical and osmotic shocks
What is a prokaryotic cell wall composed of?
Peptidoglycan
What is gram positive bacteria?
Part of the wall which has a 40nm layer of peptidoglycan
What is a gram negative bacteria?
Part of the wall with a complex cell wall structure which are more dangerous to humans
What is a photoautotroph?
Photosynthetic organism which use light to synthesise organic compounds from carbon dioxide
What is a chemoautotroph?
Use carbon dioxide as a carbon source and obtain their energy by oxidising inorganic substances
What is a photoheterotroph?
Use light to generate ATP but must obtain their carbon in an organic form