The Biology Project: Cell Biology

Cytoskeleton Tutorial

Problem 3: Cilia and Flagella

What mechanism is responsible for movements of cilia and flagella?

C. Dynein moving on microtubules
Correct.
Dynein is the correct motor for microtubules functional as cilia and flagells.


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