Structures of a Prokaryote

What is the main characteristic feature of prokaryotic cells?

• Lack of a nucleus and other membrane-bound organelles

• Ability to perform photosynthesis.

• Larger size compared to eukaryotic cells.

• Presence of a nucleus and other membrane-bound organelles.

Which of the following is NOT found in prokaryotic cells: a) Nucleus, b) Mitochondria, c) Cell membrane, d) Ribosomes?

• b) Mitochondria

• c) Cell membrane

• d) Ribosomes

• a) Nucleus

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What is the function of the cell wall in prokaryotic cells?

• Structural support and protection

• Energy production

• Cellular communication

• DNA replication

Name the structure in prokaryotic cells that contains the genetic material.

• cytoplasm

• mitochondria

• nucleoid

• endoplasmic reticulum

True or False: Prokaryotic cells have membrane-bound organelles.

• False

• Prokaryotic cells have nucleus

• Only some prokaryotic cells have membrane-bound organelles

• True

What is the role of pili in prokaryotic cells?

• Pili help in cell division in prokaryotic cells.

• Pili play a role in attachment and genetic transfer.

• Pili are involved in energy production in prokaryotic cells.

• Pili are responsible for protein synthesis in prokaryotic cells.

Which of the following is NOT a type of prokaryotic cell: a) Bacteria, b) Archaea, c) Fungi, d) Cyanobacteria?

• a) Bacteria

• b) Archaea

• d) Cyanobacteria

• c) Fungi

What is the function of the flagella in prokaryotic cells?

• Facilitate cellular respiration.

• Regulate cell division.

• Store genetic information.

• Enable movement or locomotion

True or False: Prokaryotic cells are generally smaller in size compared to eukaryotic cells.

• False

• True

• Prokaryotic cells are generally larger in size compared to eukaryotic cells.

• Prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells are the same size.

What is the main function of the cytoplasm in prokaryotic cells?

• Providing structural support to the cell.

• Regulating the movement of substances in and out of the cell.

• Producing energy for the cell.

• Housing genetic material and cellular machinery

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