Question

15.5. explain the function of at least one cellular structure that is unique to prokaryotes.
is the following statement true or false?
bacteria use hairlike projections called pili to swim through liquid environments.
true
false

Explanation:

Bacteria use flagella for swimming through liquid environments. Pili (fimbriae) are hair - like projections that are mainly used for attachment (e.g., to surfaces or host cells) and in processes like conjugation (transfer of genetic material between bacteria), not for swimming.

Answer:

False