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.
- 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.
- 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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