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Bacterial cells contain several components that are essential for their survival and reproduction.

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Bacterial Cell Components

A bacterial cell includes a cell membrane, cytoplasm, ribosomes, circular DNA, plasmids, and a cell wall.

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    Identify Identify two structures in a bacterial cell where DNA is found.

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Diagram of a bacterial cell

The diagram shows a bacterial cell with labels pointing to the cell wall, cell membrane, cytoplasm, ribosomes, circular DNA, and plasmids.

LabelFunction
Cell wallProvides shape and protection
Cell membraneControls movement of substances
CytoplasmSite of chemical reactions
RibosomesMake proteins
Circular DNAContains genetic information
PlasmidsCarry extra genes
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    Describe Describe the function of the cell wall in a bacterial cell.

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