Match the following inclusions with their functions: Metachromatic granules | Phosphate reserves; Gas vacuoles | Maintain buoyancy; Polysaccharide granules | Energy reserves; Magne... Match the following inclusions with their functions: Metachromatic granules | Phosphate reserves; Gas vacuoles | Maintain buoyancy; Polysaccharide granules | Energy reserves; Magnetosomes | Destroy H2O2.
Understand the Problem
The question is asking to match specific inclusions with their respective functions, indicating a connection between the biological structures and their roles within cells.
Answer
Metachromatic granules: Phosphate reserves; Gas vacuoles: Maintain buoyancy; Polysaccharide granules: Energy reserves; Magnetosomes: Destroy H2O2.
Metachromatic granules function as a phosphate reserve; Gas vacuoles help maintain buoyancy; Polysaccharide granules serve as energy reserves; Magnetosomes destroy H2O2.
Answer for screen readers
Metachromatic granules function as a phosphate reserve; Gas vacuoles help maintain buoyancy; Polysaccharide granules serve as energy reserves; Magnetosomes destroy H2O2.
More Information
These inclusions are found in bacterial cells and play roles in storage and protection. Gas vacuoles are particularly important in aquatic bacteria to help control movement within the water column.
Tips
A common mistake is assuming these inclusions perform similar functions across different organisms or environments without considering their specific adaptations.
Sources
- CELL STRUCTURE - smtasmc.org
- Microbiology BT-102 - vulms.vu.edu.pk
- Bio 120 lecture - slideshare.net
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