Structure and Function of Bacterial Cell Components A key objective of this chapter is to identify the function of each of the structures associated with bacterial cells. This activity requires you to match the function with its appropriate cellular location. Drag the function to the appropriate cell structure. Solution Protein synthesis- ribosomes Attachment to other bacteria and to surfaces- Fimbriae Genetic information of the cell- DNA Conduit for transfer of DNA from one cell to another- Pili Protection from phagocytosis- Cell wall Location of respiratory enzymes- Plasma membrane Motility- Flagella Protection of cell from osmotic lysis- Cell wall.