Prokaryotic Cell
Prokaryotic Cell: Overview
In this topic, we will learn about prokaryotic cell which lacks a nucleus and nuclear membrane. It also mentions the examples of organisms having prokaryotic cell and its comparison with an eukaryotic cell.
Important Questions on Prokaryotic Cell

The plasmids present in the bacterial cells are –

In prokaryotes, chromatophores are

A chromatophore is a coloured, membrane-associated vesicle used to perform which process?

Fimbriae are involved in the attachment of bacteria to the substratum.

Fimbriae are the surface structure of bacteria that play an important role in motility.

Which of the following structure in bacteria are involved in their attachment to the substratum?

What are the functions of fimbriae in a bacterial cell?

What are chromatophores in cyanobacteria? What are the pigments present in them?

Choose the correct statement.
A) Mesosomes are exterior extensions of the plasma membrane outside the cell.
B) In prokaryotic cells filamentous extensions of cell walls are called flagella.
C) The membrane of the erythrocyte has nearly protein and lipids.
D) The mitochondria, chloroplast, and peroxisomes are not co-ordinated with the endomembrane system.

Choose the correct statements with reference to flagella
a) Do not unite to form cirri
b) Found all over the body
c) Perform undular movements
d) Perform pendular movements

Bacterial Mesosomes is not involved in _________.


Do prokaryotes have bodies for inclusion?

Which one of the following is not found in prokaryotes as an inclusion body?

The additional circular DNA found in prokaryotes is


In prokaryotes, the mitochondria are absent. Even then, Kreb's cycle takes place. What is the site of Kreb's cycle in bacteria?

In prokaryotic cell, the circular DNA molecule is connected to the plasma membrane through the

Who discovered Gram staining method?
