Question Detail
Question
Beyond selective permeability and protection, what crucial role does the bacterial cytoplasmic membrane play in cellular metabolism?
Correct Answer
Option C is the correct answer.
Detailed Explanation
Page 37 states, 'It also houses electron transport chain components for cellular respiration and serves as the site of energy (ATP) production, fulfilling roles that mitochondria perform in eukaryotes, because bacteria lack membrane-bound organelles.'
Hint
Think about the metabolic functions of a cell, especially how energy is generated, and how this is adapted in prokaryotes due to the lack of organelles.