Microbiology: A Systems Approach 4th Edition

Published by McGraw-Hill Education
ISBN 10: 0073402435
ISBN 13: 978-0-07340-243-7

Chapter 4 - Bacteria and Archaea - Concept Connections - Bloom's Levels 4 and 6: Analyze and Create - Page 107: 1

Answer

Five important structures not found in all bacteria are: 1. Flagella: These help bacteria to move. 2. Pili: These are used for attachment to surfaces and in some cases reproduction 3. Capsule: It is a protective coating outside the cell wall and is also used for attachment. 4. S Layer: It is an additional protective layer, outside the cell wall. 5. Vacuoles: Some bacteria have storage structures called vacuoles. They store nutrients and water.

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Five important structures not found in all bacteria are: 1. Flagella: These help bacteria to move. 2. Pili: These are used for attachment to surfaces and in some cases reproduction 3. Capsule: It is a protective coating outside the cell wall and is also used for attachment. 4. S Layer: It is an additional protective layer, outside the cell wall. 5. Vacuoles: Some bacteria have storage structures called vacuoles. They store nutrients and water.
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