Cell Structure and Function

Which part of the bacterial cell determines its shape?

• Plasma membrane
• Glycocalyx
• Cytoplasm
• Cell wall

What is the function of the glycocalyx in bacteria?

• Energy production
• DNA replication
• Protein synthesis
• Protective coating

Which staining technique is used to classify bacteria based on their cell envelope?

• Ziehl-Neelsen staining
• Pap staining
• Gram staining
• Wright staining

Which of the following is NOT present in prokaryotic cells?

• Ribosomes
• Cytoplasm
• DNA
• Membrane-bound organelles

What surrounds the cell membrane in most prokaryotes?

• Capsule
• Slime layer
• Cell wall
• Plasma membrane