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Bacteria are called what because their genetic material is not contained in nuclei?
While it may be true that bacteria do not have nuclei like the other kingdom's of life, they still have genetic material, often as a singular circular strand. In addition, some bacteria contain smaller additional strands of circular DNA called plasmids that allow for additional properties, often impacting its antibiotic resistance and virulence. All the lack of a nucleus means is that the genetic material is not bound to a single area, it is free to roam throughout the cell. If bacteria did not have genetic material they would have no way of reproducing and spreading their traits. Genetic material is essential to the formation of new life forms and the expressions of characteristics. Even viruses which aren't even classified as alive contain genetic information!
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Does bacteria have introns in their genetic material?
No, bacteria do not have introns in their genetic material.
Do bacteria have mRNA in their genetic material?
Yes, bacteria have mRNA in their genetic material.
Why do you think Griffith called the mystery material the transforming principle?
Griffith called the mystery material the "transforming principle" because it was responsible for transforming non-virulent bacteria into virulent ones. This process demonstrated the ability of the material to transfer genetic information and change the phenotype of the bacteria.
What is a small single celled organisms that do not contain nuclei?
A small single-celled organism that does not contain nuclei is known as a prokaryote. Prokaryotes include bacteria and archaea, which are simpler in structure compared to eukaryotic cells that have a nucleus. These organisms have genetic material that is not enclosed within a membrane-bound nucleus.
What is genetic material contained in an individual?
Genetic material in an individual is composed of DNA molecules found in the cell's nucleus that carry genetic instructions. These instructions determine an individual's traits and characteristics. DNA is passed from parents to offspring and is responsible for variations in species.
Does bacteria have introns in their genetic material?
No, bacteria do not have introns in their genetic material.
Do bacteria have mRNA in their genetic material?
Yes, bacteria have mRNA in their genetic material.
Where is the genetic material in bacteria cell?
The genetic material in a bacteria cell is found in the cytoplasm.
Why do you think Griffith called the mystery material the transforming principle?
Griffith called the mystery material the "transforming principle" because it was responsible for transforming non-virulent bacteria into virulent ones. This process demonstrated the ability of the material to transfer genetic information and change the phenotype of the bacteria.
How does domain Eukarya differ from domain Bacteria and domain Archaea?
Eukarya has a doubled walled nucleus containing the genetic material and Bacteria and Archaea do not have contained genetic material. Eukarya has membrane bound organelles and the other two Domains do not. These are the pertinent differences.
What genetic material is in both viruses and bacteria?
Both viruses and bacteria contain genetic material in the form of DNA or RNA. Viruses can have either DNA or RNA as their genetic material, while bacteria typically have DNA as their genetic material.
Do bacteria have genetic material?
yes, it have
What are thick walled cells in which bacteria store genetic material called?
Thick-walled cells in which bacteria store genetic material are called endospores. Endospores form when bacteria are under stress and help the bacteria survive harsh conditions by protecting the genetic material inside.
What type of genetic material do bacteria have?
The genetic material of a bacterium is found floating freely in the cytoplasm.
How bacteria exchanged genetic material?
Conjugation
What genetic material is found in bacteria?
DNA
The complete genetic material contained in an indvidual?
The individual's genome.
