bio 353 lecture 1 General Characteristics of Prokaryotes

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General characteristics of prokaryotes
Small cells, no nucleus, usually no membrane-bound organelles, small ribosomes, circular chromosomal DNA, and unicellular.
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Prokaryotic aggregates
Prokaryotes may form groups or aggregates.
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Nucleoid
Region of a prokaryotic cell containing chromosomal DNA.
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Chromosomal DNA
Stores genetic information.
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Plasmid DNA
Circular DNA that contains additional genes, such as antimicrobial resistance genes.
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Plasma membrane
Controls entry and exit of substances and is a major site for metabolic reactions.
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Ribosomes
Site of protein synthesis.
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Cytosol
Fluid portion of the cell.
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Flagella
Movement.
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Capsule
Protection from dehydration.
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Cell wall
Structural support.
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Fimbriae
Adherence to surfaces.
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Pili
Similar to fimbriae but can also function in DNA transfer.