Bacterial Cell Biology
An 8th-grade science worksheet focusing on the structure, function, and characteristics of bacterial cells.
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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 provided for assistance.
Observe the diagram of a typical bacterial cell below:
1. Which of the following structures is found in a bacterial cell but NOT in an animal cell?
Mitochondria
Nucleus
Cell wall
Cytoplasm
2. What is the primary function of the flagellum in some bacteria?
Protection
Movement
Food storage
Genetic material
3. Bacteria are classified as organisms because they lack a true nucleus and other membrane-bound organelles.
4. The genetic material of a bacterium is typically found in a region called the .
5. All bacteria are harmful to humans.
True
False
6. Ribosomes are responsible for protein synthesis in bacterial cells.
True
False
7. Briefly describe the function of the cell membrane in a bacterial cell.
8. Explain why bacteria are considered prokaryotic organisms.