Question

Do bacteria have plasmodesmata?

Answer 1

Plasmodesmata:

1. Plasmodesmata are channels that occurs between adjacent cells in plant and some algae.
2. These channels allow communication between cells using the transportation of macromolecules, water, and minerals.
3. They are an important part of the plant's vascular system.

Bacteria:

1. These are simple unicellular organisms that lack a well-defined nucleus and other membrane-bound organelles.
2. Bacteria and archaea belong to prokaryotes.
3. Escherichia coli, Pseudomonas, Staphylococcus, Lactobacillus, etc are some examples of bacteria.
4. Bacteria do not have plasmodesmata in their system.
5. They are exclusive only to plant cells.