Question

Are Mycoplasma prokaryotes?

Answer 1

Prokaryotes:

1. They are single-celled organisms that lack a proper nucleus and other organelles.
2. Examples- bacteria, archaea, and cyanobacteria.

Mycoplasma:

1. They are the smallest living prokaryotic cells forming a genus of Bacteria.
2. They lack a definite cell wall around the cell membrane and peptidoglycan. This confers them with antibiotic resistance.
3. They can be pathogenic to both plants and animals.
4. Examples- M. pneumoniae causes atypical pneumonia.
5. They are prokaryotes that are easily distinguished from bacteria.