Cell structure and function

___ are surface appendages that allow a bacterium to stick to a surface
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___ are surface appendages that allow a bacterium to stick to a surface
Fimbriae
What is the function of a bacterium capsule?
Protection
Where is the bacterial cells DNA found?
Nucleoid region
In a bacterium, where are proteins synthesised?
Ribosomes
What name is given to the rigid structure outside the plasma membrane, that surrounds and supports the bacterial cell?
Cell wall
The ___ is the bacterial structure that acts as a selective barrier, allowing nutrients to enter the cell and wastes to leave the cell
Plasma membrane
Nucleus
Stores the genetic information of the cell
Lysosome
Breaks down macro molecules using digestive enzymes
Mitochondrion
Converts chemical fuel into packets of chemical energy that can power the cell
Ribosome
Works with mRNA to synthesize proteins
Smooth ERSite of lipid synthesisMitochondria are found in ___Plant and animal cellsWhat is a common trait of chloroplasts and mitochondria?They both have their own DNAPlant cell wallStrong, protective structure made from cellulose fibrilsCentral vacuoleRegulates cytoplasm composition, creates internal pressure, and stores cell compoundsChloroplastMakes food by converting light energy into chemical energyMitochondrionConverts chemical fuel into packets of chemical energy (ATP) that can power the cellGolgi apparatusModifies and packages proteinsWhat structure is not part of the endomembrane system?ChloroplastWhat structure is common to plant and animal cells?MitochondrionDifferences between rough and smooth endoplasmic reticulum (ER)The outer surface of smooth ER lacks ribosomes, whereas the outer surface of rough ER has ribosomes.What is found in eukaryotic but not prokaryotic cells?MitochondriaWhat organelle carries out cellular respiration?MitochondrionThe ___ is composed of DNA and proteinChromatinRibosomal submits are manufactured by the ___Nucleolus___ are the sites of protein synthesisRibosomesWhat manufactures cellular membranes by adding membrane proteins and phospholipids to it's own membrane?Rough endoplasmic reticulumThe ___ is a selective barrier, regulating the passage of material into and out of the cellPlasma membraneWhere is calcium stored?Smooth endoplasmic reticulumWhat are the hollow rods that shape and support the cell?Microtubules_____ is/are identical in structure to centrioles.Basal bodiesWhat organelle produces H2O2 as a by-product?Peroxisome