Ultrastructure of Bacteria Cells Flashcards
1
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Flagella
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assist the cell in movement
2
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Pilus
A
to attach a bacterial cell to specific surfaces or to other cells
3
Q
Cell Wall
A
maintain shape and integrity of cell
4
Q
ribosomes
A
Site of protein synthesis
5
Q
Outer Membrane
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provides protection from toxic molecules as well as adding extra stability around the cell
6
Q
Chromosome in Nucleoid
A
controlling the bacteria’s activity and reproduction
7
Q
cytoplasm
A
Liquid inside the cell that holds all organelles
8
Q
Plasmid
A
delivery vehicles to introduce foreign DNA into the cell
9
Q
Cell Membrane
A
controls what goes in and out of the nucleus
