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A-Level Biology OCR A

Microtubules Flagella Cillia Common Extensions Protrude Cell Types

Both flagella and cilia are cell extensions that contain a basal centriole and a 9+2 microtubule arrangement.

Tanto los flagelos como las cilios son extensiones celulares que contienen un centriolo basal y una disposición de microtúbulos 9+2.

Front What do flagella and cillia have in common?
Back
Both are extensions that protrude from some cell types.
  • Both have a centriole at the base
  • Both contain two central microtubules surrounded by nine pairs of microtubules arranged like a wheel (9+2 arrangement of microtubules)

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