WGU D311: Microbiology with Lab: Section 1 Questions and Correct Answers/ Latest Update / Already Graded

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WGU D311: Microbiology with Lab:
Section 1 Questions and Correct
Answers/ Latest Update / Already
Graded
Describes prokaryotic cells.


Ans: Prokaryotic cells are found in coccus form in both pairs and clusters.




Describes eukaryotic cells.


Ans: The nuclei of eukaryotic cells are surrounded by complex nuclear

membranes.




Describe eukaryotic flagella.


Ans: Eukaryotic flagella are flexible, whip-like structures.




Describe the endomembrane system.


Ans: It includes the Golgi apparatus, lysosomes, and vesicles.

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Describe similarities between protozoa and fungi.


Ans: Both can be harmful or harmless depending on the context.




Why are algae considered photosynthetic organisms?


Ans: Algae produce chemical energy from the sun's light energy.




Why are plasmids important to the survival of organisms?


Ans: Plasmids carry genetic material, apart from the genome, that can

benefit the organism.




Describe bacteria.


Ans: Some bacteria have cell walls composed of mycolic acid.




Which aspect of nutrient cycling is performed only by prokaryotes?


Ans: Nitrogen fixation