3 Questions
Which of the following is a basic shape of bacteria?
Coccus (spherical)
How does the multiplication rate of prokaryotic cells compare to eukaryotic cells?
Prokaryotic cells multiply more rapidly than eukaryotic cells
Which organisms are represented by prokaryotic cells?
Bacteria, blue-green algae, mycoplasma, PPLO
Study Notes
Basic Shapes of Bacteria
- Bacteria can have three basic shapes: spherical ( cocci), rod-shaped (bacilli), and spiral (spirilla)
Comparison of Multiplication Rate
- Prokaryotic cells multiply at a faster rate compared to eukaryotic cells
Characteristics of Prokaryotic Cells
- Prokaryotic cells lack a true nucleus and membrane-bound organelles
- Examples of organisms represented by prokaryotic cells include bacteria and archaea
Test your knowledge of prokaryotic cells with this quiz! Explore the characteristics, shapes, and organisms represented by bacteria, blue-green algae, mycoplasma, and PPLO.
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