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Describe the structure and function of the cytoskeleton? OR State different Types of filaments that make up cytoskeleton?

Difficulty: Medium

Structure of Cytoskeleton:

The Cytoskeleton is an important, complex, and dynamic cell component. It is invisible under a light Microscope.

Functions of Cytoskeleton:

The cytoskeleton makes the cell shapes, anchors organelles, and moves parts of cells in growth and motility.

 

Types of Filaments:

There are many types of filaments that make up the cytoskeleton but the most important types are microtubules and microfilaments.

  1. Microtubules:

    Microtubules are made up of tubulin subunits and are often used by cells to hold their shape. Microtubules are also the component of cilia and Flagella.

  2. Microfilaments:

    Microfilaments are made up of actin subunits. These microfilaments are approximately one-third of the diameter of the microtubule and are often used by cells to change their shapes to hold structures.

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