Which of the following structures is/are used by prokaryotes for attaching to surfaces?
A) flagella
B) nucleoid
C) anchoring junctions
D) capsule

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Prokaryotes use a capsule, a structure made of polysaccharides, to attach to surfaces. The capsule can protect the cell and also help it adhere to surfaces. Flagella are used for motility, nucleoid is the region that contains the genetic material, and anchoring junctions are found in eukaryotic cells and are involved in cell-cell adhesion.

Which of the Following Structures Is/are Used by Prokaryotes for Attaching