Prokaryotic cells 3.0 / 5 based on 1 rating ? BiologyCellular processes and structureInternational BaccalaureateAll boards Created by: Claudia BannatyneCreated on: 18-04-13 10:24 What are prokaryotic cells? Cells which have no nucleus. 1 of 9 By which process to prokaryotic cells divide? Binary fission 2 of 9 What is the function of the cell wall? The cell wall acts as a protective layer preventing the cell from bursting or being damaged. 3 of 9 What is the function of the plasma membrane? The plasma membrane controls the entry and exit of substances. 4 of 9 What is the functon of the cytoplasm? The cytoplasm contains enzymes which catalyse chemical reactions. 5 of 9 What is the function of the pili? The pili are hair-like structures on the exterior of the cell which can be used to pull cells together. 6 of 9 What is the function of the flagella? The flagella is a solid protein on the exterior of the cell which rotatese and causes locomotion 7 of 9 What is the function of the ribosomes? Ribosomes synthesise proteins by translating mRNA. 8 of 9 What is the function of the nucleoid? The nucleoid is a region of the cytoplasm which contains naked DNA. 9 of 9
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