A | B |
fimbriae | provides adherance to surfaces |
flagella | enables bacteria to move |
pilus (pili) | transfer of materials from one bacteria to another |
capsule | used to avoid phagocytosis |
cell wall | provides structure/strength |
cell membrane | encloses cytoplasm; allows material in and out of cell |
cytoplasm | gelatinous filling of cell; site of chemical reactions |
nucleoid | contains genetic material |
plasmid | produce enzymes & toxins for protection |
ribosome | protein synthesis |
endospore | protects bacteria in harsh environments |