Bacterial Cell Structure: Cytoplasmic Membrane

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What is the result of group translocation in glucose transportation?

Glucose is transported in its original form

Glucose is broken down into smaller molecules

Glucose is converted into starch

Glucose is phosphorylated and cannot be transported back out (correct)

What is the primary function of septal mesosomes?

Play a role in cell division by forming the transverse septum (correct)

Aid in the transport of glucose

Increase membrane surface area for enzyme activity

Regulate the formation of capsules

What is the primary component of bacterial capsules?

Proteins

Lipids

Nucleic acids

Polysaccharides (correct)

What is the main function of the glycocalyx?

Adhesion to surfaces Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of mesosomes on the cell membrane?

Increased membrane surface area Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of capsules and glycocalyx?

They can be either tightly or loosely bound to the cell Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the cytoplasmic membrane in a bacterial cell?

To act as a selective barrier for materials entering and exiting the cell Signup and view all the answers

What type of proteins are embedded within the lipid bilayer of the cytoplasmic membrane?

Integral proteins Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic of the phospholipid molecules in the cytoplasmic membrane?

They have a hydrophilic phosphate group and a hydrophobic fatty acid chain Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between the cytoplasmic membrane of bacterial cells and eukaryotic cells?

Bacterial cells lack sterols, while eukaryotic cells have sterols Signup and view all the answers

What is the dynamic structure of the prokaryotic cell that serves as a selective barrier?

Cytoplasmic membrane Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the lipid bilayer in the cytoplasmic membrane?

To facilitate the movement of molecules across the membrane Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the cytoplasmic membrane in bacteria?

To carry out energy-producing processes Signup and view all the answers

What is the process of moving materials across the cell membrane that requires energy?

Active transport Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the plasma membrane in terms of selective permeability?

To allow certain substances to pass through while blocking others Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the bacterial cytoplasmic membrane in terms of biosynthetic functions?

To synthesize phospholipids and peptidoglycan Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the plasma membrane in terms of secretion?

To secrete hydrolytic exoenzymes Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the plasma membrane in terms of coordination with cell division?

To coordinate DNA replication with septum formation during cell division Signup and view all the answers

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