Wk1 Parts of Prokaryotic Cells

Question 1

What is the cytoplasm of a prokaryotic cell?

Answer 1

“Cell formed” - All contents inside the cell/plasma membrane

Question 2

What is the nucleoid region of a prokaryotic cell

Answer 2

Where DNA is located - Circular chromosome and plasmids

Question 3

What are plasmids in prokaryotic cells?

Answer 3

Plasmids contain genes but are physically independent of cellular chromosome. The genes help cells adapt to unusual circumstances (ex: poison)

Question 4

What are ribosomes?

Answer 4

Macromolecular machines that synthesize proteins from RNA

Question 5

What is the cell wall of a prokaryotic cell?

Answer 5

A tough, fibrous layer that surrounds the plasma membrane -provides support and protection

Question 6

What is the glycocalyx of a prokaryotic cell?

Answer 6

Traps water, gives protection, help evade immune system

Question 7

What are the appendages of a prokaryotic cell and what do they do?

Answer 7

Pili (attachment)
Flagellum (movement)

Question 8

What is inside the cell/plasma membrane of a prokaryotic cell?

Answer 8

Cytoplasm
Nucleoid Region
Ribosomes

Question 9

What is outside the cell/plasma membrane of a prokaryotic cell?

Answer 9

Cell Wall
Glycocalyx
Appendages (pili and flagella)