Cells

Lesson 3.2 Prokaryotic Cells

3.2.3b Bacterial cell diagram sheet A

Name: _______________________________

1.         List the correct name for each of the numbered structures in the diagram provided below.

2.         In the diagram, draw in and label one plasmid.

3.         Briefly describe the functions of each of the numbered structures in the diagram.

4.         Based on your work in this lesson, predict what may happen to a bacterium in each of the situations listed. For each prediction, justify your answer.

a.         the cell wall was chemically removed from the cell

b.         the number of ribosomes decreased by fifty percent

c.         the flagellum was removed

d.         the cell membrane allowed all molecules into the cell

5.         List any questions you have and find the answers to those questions (internet, notes, peer, instructor).

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