WGU D311: Microbiology with Lab:
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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