Bacterial Cell Organization and Structures Quiz

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Which structure is responsible for bacterial cell movement?

  • Plasma membrane
  • Flagella (correct)
  • Ribosomes
  • Nucleoid

What is the function of the glycocalyx in a bacterial cell?

  • Cell movement
  • Protection and adherence (correct)
  • Energy production
  • Protein synthesis

Where is the genetic material located in a bacterial cell?

  • Inclusion bodies
  • Plasma membrane
  • Nucleoid (correct)
  • Cytoplasm

What is the function of fimbriae in bacterial cells?

<p>Protection and adherence (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes an endospore?

<p>A dormant, tough, and non-reproductive structure produced by certain bacteria (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of an endospore in bacterial cells?

<p>To protect the bacterial DNA from harsh environmental conditions (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do endospores differ from regular bacterial cells?

<p>Endospores are metabolically inactive and resistant to heat and chemicals (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which of the following extreme conditions are endospores known to withstand?

<p>High temperatures, desiccation, and radiation (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of an endospore in bacterial cells?

<p>To enable survival in harsh conditions (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which structure is responsible for bacterial cell movement?

<p>Flagellum (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which of the following extreme conditions are endospores known to withstand?

<p>High temperatures (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do endospores differ from regular bacterial cells?

<p>Endospores have a protective coat that regular bacterial cells lack (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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