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What is a characteristic of prokaryotic cells?
What is a characteristic of prokaryotic cells?
- They have a fixed shape.
- They are generally larger than eukaryotic cells.
- They have a true nucleus.
- They multiply rapidly. (correct)
What is the shape of vibrio bacteria?
What is the shape of vibrio bacteria?
- Comma-shaped (correct)
- Rod-like
- Spiral
- Spherical
What is true about the organisation of prokaryotic cells?
What is true about the organisation of prokaryotic cells?
- It is fundamentally similar among all prokaryotes. (correct)
- It is variable among different prokaryotes.
- It is simpler in larger prokaryotes.
- It is more complex than eukaryotic cells.
What is an example of a prokaryote?
What is an example of a prokaryote?
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What is the name of the bacteria that are rod-like in shape?
What is the name of the bacteria that are rod-like in shape?
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Study Notes
Prokaryotic Cells
- Represented by bacteria, blue-green algae, mycoplasma, and PPLO (Pleuro Pneumonia Like Organisms)
- Generally smaller and multiply more rapidly than eukaryotic cells
- Vary greatly in shape and size
Shapes of Bacteria
- Four basic shapes: bacillus (rod-like), coccus (spherical), vibrio (comma-shaped), and spirillum (spiral)
Organization of Prokaryotic Cells
- Fundamentally similar despite varying shapes and functions
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Learn about the characteristics and structure of prokaryotic cells, including their shapes, sizes, and multiplication rates.
