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What is the primary function of flagella in bacteria?
What is the primary function of flagella in bacteria?
- To transfer DNA between cells
- For motility (correct)
- To protect against dehydration
- To provide structural support
Which structure is responsible for the attachment of bacteria to surfaces?
Which structure is responsible for the attachment of bacteria to surfaces?
- Nucleoid
- Fimbrae (correct)
- Plasmid
- Glycocalyx
What distinguishes a Gram positive cell wall from a Gram negative cell wall?
What distinguishes a Gram positive cell wall from a Gram negative cell wall?
- Presence of an outer membrane
- Presence of a peptide layer
- Thickness of peptidoglycan (correct)
- Lipid composition of the cell membrane
What is the function of the glycocalyx in bacteria?
What is the function of the glycocalyx in bacteria?
What does the nucleoid in a bacterial cell contain?
What does the nucleoid in a bacterial cell contain?
Which structure is found in some prokaryotes but is not essential for survival under normal conditions?
Which structure is found in some prokaryotes but is not essential for survival under normal conditions?
What feature is shared by both bacterial and eukaryotic cell membranes?
What feature is shared by both bacterial and eukaryotic cell membranes?
In bacterial cells, plasmids commonly carry genes related to which of the following?
In bacterial cells, plasmids commonly carry genes related to which of the following?
What is the primary composition of the bacterial cell wall?
What is the primary composition of the bacterial cell wall?
What is a significant difference between fimbrae and pili in bacterial cells?
What is a significant difference between fimbrae and pili in bacterial cells?
What is the main component of prokaryotic ribosomes?
What is the main component of prokaryotic ribosomes?
What differentiates prokaryotic flagella from eukaryotic flagella in structure?
What differentiates prokaryotic flagella from eukaryotic flagella in structure?
Which bacterial arrangement refers to having a single flagellum?
Which bacterial arrangement refers to having a single flagellum?
What is a characteristic feature of bacterial endospores?
What is a characteristic feature of bacterial endospores?
What happens to a spirochete when it rotates its axial filament?
What happens to a spirochete when it rotates its axial filament?
What is the Svedberg unit 'S' in relation to ribosomal units?
What is the Svedberg unit 'S' in relation to ribosomal units?
Which type of flagellar arrangement has flagella located at both ends of the cell?
Which type of flagellar arrangement has flagella located at both ends of the cell?
What is a primary function of inclusions or granules in bacteria?
What is a primary function of inclusions or granules in bacteria?
Which of the following best describes a bacterial endospore?
Which of the following best describes a bacterial endospore?
How do eukaryotic flagella differ in motion compared to prokaryotic flagella?
How do eukaryotic flagella differ in motion compared to prokaryotic flagella?
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Study Notes
Extensions from the Cell
- Flagella: Present in some bacteria, used for motility; structure differs from eukaryotic flagella, made of flagellin, rotates 360 degrees to push the cell.
- Pilus: A hollow tube in some bacteria for transferring DNA between cells, a process known as conjugation.
- Fimbrae: Sticky hair-like projections present in some bacteria, important for attaching to surfaces and other cells.
Cell Envelope
- Glycocalyx: A slippery carbohydrate layer around the cell wall, often termed slime layer or capsule; aids in attachment, protection against dehydration and immune cells.
- Cell Wall: Composed of peptidoglycan, providing structural support; classified into two types: Gram positive and Gram negative.
- Cell Membrane: Lipid bilayer regulating substance entry and exit; resembles eukaryotic membranes but lacks sterols.
Internal Structures
- Cytoplasm: Jelly-like fluid in all cells, contains nutrients and ions; supports other internal structures.
- Nucleoid: Non-membrane-bound region where the bacterial chromosome (double-stranded DNA in a circle) is located; typically contains a single copy.
- Chromosome: Circular DNA structure, key genetic material in bacteria.
- Plasmid: Small, non-essential rings of DNA found in some prokaryotes, often carrying genes for antibiotic resistance or other advantageous traits.
- Ribosomes: Sites for protein synthesis; prokaryotic ribosomes (70S) are composed of two subunits (50S and 30S).
- Inclusions/Granules: Storage structures for nutrients or metal ions found in some bacteria.
- Endospores: Highly resistant structures formed by some bacteria to survive extreme conditions, can revert to vegetative cells when favorable conditions return.
Prokaryotic Flagella
- Structure: Unique to prokaryotes, made of flagellin; differs from eukaryotic flagella which are made of microtubules.
- Functionality: The rotating flagella push the cell through the medium, while eukaryotic flagella use a whip-like motion to move.
Axial Filament
- Unusual Flagellum: Found exclusively in spirochetes; wrapped around the cell, enabling it to spiral through media when rotated, contributing to its distinctive corkscrew shape.
Flagellar Arrangements
- Monotrichous: Single flagellum.
- Amphitrichous: Flagella at both ends.
- Lophotrichous: Bundles of flagella at one end.
- Peritrichous: Flagella distributed all over the cell surface.
Bacterial Endospores
- Structure: Thick protein coat surrounding DNA in a dormant state, formed by certain Gram Positive bacteria.
- Survivability: Extremely resistant to heat, chemicals, and environmental extremes; some can survive for millions of years before germinating under suitable conditions.
Extensions from the Cell
- Flagella: Present in some bacteria, used for motility; structure differs from eukaryotic flagella, made of flagellin, rotates 360 degrees to push the cell.
- Pilus: A hollow tube in some bacteria for transferring DNA between cells, a process known as conjugation.
- Fimbrae: Sticky hair-like projections present in some bacteria, important for attaching to surfaces and other cells.
Cell Envelope
- Glycocalyx: A slippery carbohydrate layer around the cell wall, often termed slime layer or capsule; aids in attachment, protection against dehydration and immune cells.
- Cell Wall: Composed of peptidoglycan, providing structural support; classified into two types: Gram positive and Gram negative.
- Cell Membrane: Lipid bilayer regulating substance entry and exit; resembles eukaryotic membranes but lacks sterols.
Internal Structures
- Cytoplasm: Jelly-like fluid in all cells, contains nutrients and ions; supports other internal structures.
- Nucleoid: Non-membrane-bound region where the bacterial chromosome (double-stranded DNA in a circle) is located; typically contains a single copy.
- Chromosome: Circular DNA structure, key genetic material in bacteria.
- Plasmid: Small, non-essential rings of DNA found in some prokaryotes, often carrying genes for antibiotic resistance or other advantageous traits.
- Ribosomes: Sites for protein synthesis; prokaryotic ribosomes (70S) are composed of two subunits (50S and 30S).
- Inclusions/Granules: Storage structures for nutrients or metal ions found in some bacteria.
- Endospores: Highly resistant structures formed by some bacteria to survive extreme conditions, can revert to vegetative cells when favorable conditions return.
Prokaryotic Flagella
- Structure: Unique to prokaryotes, made of flagellin; differs from eukaryotic flagella which are made of microtubules.
- Functionality: The rotating flagella push the cell through the medium, while eukaryotic flagella use a whip-like motion to move.
Axial Filament
- Unusual Flagellum: Found exclusively in spirochetes; wrapped around the cell, enabling it to spiral through media when rotated, contributing to its distinctive corkscrew shape.
Flagellar Arrangements
- Monotrichous: Single flagellum.
- Amphitrichous: Flagella at both ends.
- Lophotrichous: Bundles of flagella at one end.
- Peritrichous: Flagella distributed all over the cell surface.
Bacterial Endospores
- Structure: Thick protein coat surrounding DNA in a dormant state, formed by certain Gram Positive bacteria.
- Survivability: Extremely resistant to heat, chemicals, and environmental extremes; some can survive for millions of years before germinating under suitable conditions.
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Explore the various extensions and components of bacterial cells including flagella, pili, fimbrae, and the glycocalyx. This quiz will test your knowledge on how these structures contribute to bacterial motility, attachment, and DNA transfer. Perfect for biology students focusing on microbiology.
