1. Multiple Choice: Which of the following is not a characteristic of bacteria? A) Prokaryotic structure B) Presence of peptidoglycan in the cell wall C) Membrane-bound organelles D) Ability to form endospores Correct Answer: C) Membrane-bound organelles Rationale: Bacteria are prokaryotic organisms and do not have membrane-bound organelles, which are a feature of eukaryotic cells. 2. True/False: Archaea and bacteria are classified under the same domain. Answer: False Rationale: Archaea and bacteria are distinct domains of life. Archaea have unique biochemistry and genetic features that differentiate them from bacteria. 3. Fill-in-the-Blank: The process by which bacteria exchange genetic material