Bacterial Cell Biology Worksheet
Anatomy and function of bacterial cells for Grade 10 science students.
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Bacterial Cell Biology
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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. Refer to the diagram of the bacterial cell as needed.
Figure 1: Generalized Bacterial Cell Structure
1. Which of the following structures is NOT found in a typical bacterial cell?
Cell wall
Nucleus
Ribosome
Cytoplasm
2. What is the primary function of the capsule in some bacterial cells?
Protein synthesis
Protection from phagocytosis
Genetic information storage
Cell movement
3. Bacteria are classified as organisms because they lack a membrane-bound nucleus and other organelles.
4. The genetic material of a bacterium is typically found in a region called the .
5. Hair-like appendages that help bacteria adhere to surfaces are called .
6. All bacteria possess a flagellum for motility.
True
False
7. The cell wall of bacteria is primarily composed of peptidoglycan.
True
False
8. Differentiate between Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria based on their cell wall structure.
9. Explain the role of plasmids in bacterial cells.
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