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Apologia Bio M2 Cell
Functions of parts of a cell
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| flagellum | Helps the bacterium move via the filament, hook and basal body. |
| capsule | Protective layer to deter infection-fighting agents |
| cell wall | 1) Holds the contects together, 2) regulates the amount of water the cell can hold and 3) holds the cell's shape |
| plasma membrane | Protects the cell by regulating what can and cannot enter the cell. |
| cytoplasm | Semi-fluid substance that supports the DNA and ribosomes. |
| DNA | Holds all the information to make a living entity. |
| Ribosomes | Chemical factories that make proteins. |
| Fimbria | Used for grasping 1) surfaces so the bacterium can hold on or 2) other bacteria as part of reproduction. |