7. Prokaryotic Cell Structures & Functions

Which of the following is NOT a structure on the outside of the cell?

Which of the following are aggregates of molecules in the cytoplasm?

Which of the following is not a distinguishing characteristic of prokaryotic cells?

a. They usually have a single, circular chromosome.

b. They have 70S ribosomes.

c. They have cell walls containing peptidoglycan.

d. Their DNA is not associated with histones.

e. They lack a plasma membrane.

Match the cellular structures to their functions. Many statements will be used more than once; some structures may be matched to more than one functional description.

Which of the following is not associated with prokaryotic organisms?

a. Nucleoid

b. Glycocalyx

c. Cilia

d. Circular DNA

Define cytosol.