Bacterial Cell Wall Structure and Antibiotic Resistance
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Which of the following is NOT a component of the bacterial cell envelope?

  • Chloroplasts (correct)
  • Outer membrane (in Gram-negative bacteria)
  • Cytoplasmic membrane
  • Peptidoglycan

    • What is the primary function of the bacterial cell wall?

  • Maintaining cell shape and osmotic integrity (correct)
  • Energy production
  • Protein synthesis
  • Photosynthesis

    • Which of the following statements about bacterial ribosomes is correct?

  • They are involved in lipid synthesis
  • They are located in the nucleus
  • They are composed of a single subunit
  • They are smaller than eukaryotic ribosomes (correct)

    • What is the primary function of plasmids in bacteria?

    <p>Carrying additional genetic information</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about the bacterial cell membrane is correct?

    <p>It is composed of a single lipid bilayer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the bacterial mesosome?

    <p>Facilitate aerobic respiration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a common shape of bacterial cells?

    <p>Cuboidal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the bacterial nucleoid?

    <p>Storing the genetic material (DNA)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about the bacterial cell wall is correct?

    <p>It is present in all bacterial cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of flagella in bacteria?

    <p>Motility</p> Signup and view all the answers

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