Prokaryotic Cells And Viruses Flashcards

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Describe structure of a virus

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Nucleic acids surrounded by protein
Invade cells and reproduce
Attachment protiens stick out
Protiens coat called capsid

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How do prokaryotic cells replicate

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Binary fission 
Replicates DNA and plasmids 
Gets bigger moves to different poles 
Divide 
2 cells
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How do viruses use host cells to replicate themselves

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Bind to receptor protiens on cells

Inject DNA or RNA into host cell

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Describe structure of a prokaryotic cell

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Flagellum to move 
No nucleus just free DNA
Plasmids small loop of DNA
Bacteria capsule
Plasma membrane
Cell wall
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