The prokaryotic cell structure

The structure of the prokaryotic cell

Schematic diagram of a prokaryotic cell.
  • All cells have the same common structures:
    • Cytoplasm
    • Nucleoid
    • Plasma membrane
    • Ribosomes
  • Prokaryotes and many Eukaryotes have a cell wall
  • Prokaryotes may have a capsule, pilus and/or flagellum

Basic shape of bacteria

Bacterial morphology diagram.

The three basic shapes of bacteria (coccus, bacillus and spirillum).

Bacteria assemble to create variety of shapes.

Structure and replication of bacterial cells video