Specialized Internal Structures of Prokaryotes

The purpose of the ribosome is to translate messenger RNA (mRNA) into proteins with the aid of tRNA.

Bacteria have different methods of nutrient storage that are employed in times of plenty, for use in times of want.

Carboxysomes are intracellular structures that contain enzymes involved in carbon fixation and found in many autotrophic bacteria.

Magnetosomes are intracellular organelles in magnetotactic bacteria that allow them to sense and align themselves along a magnetic field.

Gas vesicles are spindle-shaped structures that provide buoyancy to cells by decreasing their overall cell density.