12 Questions
What is the basic unit of a living organism?
All of the above
Which category of cells do not contain membrane-bound organelles?
Prokaryotic cells
What is the range of length for most bacterial cells?
0.2 to 2 μm
Which shape is typical for bacterial cells that are usually round but can be oval or elongated?
Cocci
What is the main difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?
Presence of membrane-bound nuclei
What are bacteria classified as?
Unicellular microorganisms
Which type of bacteria is arranged in long chains?
Streptococci
What type of bacteria is present as single cells and is rod-shaped?
Diplobacilli
Which bacteria resemble both cocci as well as bacilli?
Coccobacilli
What type of bacteria are slightly curved and resemble a comma shape?
Vibrio
Which bacteria lack endoflagella and are more rigid than spirochetes?
Spirilla
Which characteristic is responsible for the staining affinity of bacterial organisms?
Cell wall
Test your knowledge of bacterial cell morphology and structure with this quiz covering topics such as cell size, cell morphology, prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells, and cell wall composition. Explore the basic units of living organisms and the fundamental characteristics of bacterial cells.
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