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What is the function of the nucleoid in procaryotic cells?
What is the function of the nucleoid in procaryotic cells?
- Localization of genetic material (DNA) (correct)
- Survival under exacting environmental conditions
- Protein synthesis
- Buoyancy for floating in aquatic environments
What is the role of fimbriae and pili in procaryotic cells?
What is the role of fimbriae and pili in procaryotic cells?
- Attachment to surfaces, bacterial mating (correct)
- Storage of carbon, phosphate, and other substances
- Resistance to phagocytosis, adherence to surfaces
- Swimming motility
What is the function of gas vacuoles in procaryotic cells?
What is the function of gas vacuoles in procaryotic cells?
- Resistance to phagocytosis, adherence to surfaces
- Buoyancy for floating in aquatic environments (correct)
- Protein synthesis
- Swimming motility
What is the main function of the periplasmic space in procaryotic cells?
What is the main function of the periplasmic space in procaryotic cells?
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What is the function of endospores in procaryotic cells?
What is the function of endospores in procaryotic cells?
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