Bacteria Cell Structures

Front

What is the strong outer layer that protects the bacterial cell from infection by viruses and attack from immune cells?

Back

Capsule

Front

Which type of bacteria have an extra outer membrane made of lipopolysaccharides?

Back

Gram negative

Front

Is the bacterial DNA surrounded by a nucleus?

Back

No

Front

Which type of bacteria have a thick layer of peptidoglycan?

Back

Gram positive

Front

What process do bacterial cells use to reproduce?

Back

Binary fission

Front

What is the primary function of the bacterial cell wall?

Back

To provide structural support and protection.

Front

What distinguishes Gram positive bacteria from Gram negative bacteria in terms of cell wall composition?

Back

Gram positive bacteria have a thick peptidoglycan layer, while Gram negative bacteria have a thin peptidoglycan layer and an outer membrane.

Front

What is the role of the bacterial plasma membrane?

Back

To regulate the movement of substances in and out of the cell.

Front

What is the term for the small, circular DNA molecules found in bacteria?

Back

Plasmids

Front

What is the function of ribosomes in bacterial cells?

Back

To synthesize proteins.