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∙ 12y agoA long hairlike structure that enables a cell to move is called a flagellum. Flagella are whip-like appendages that protrude from the surface of certain types of cells, such as sperm cells or certain bacteria, and help facilitate movement.
There are two types or hairlike structures that microorganisms use for movement. They are cilia (singular: cilium) and flagella (singular: flagellum). Usually microorganisms have cilia (more than one cilium) and flagellum (usually only one).
Cilia and flagella are the hairlike structures that extend from the surface of cells and help in cell movement. Cilia are short and numerous while flagella are longer and usually found singly or in pairs.
Cells with hairlike structures are found in cells lining the inner walls of the esophagus, bronchioles, as well as the intestines. These hair-like structures are called microvilli. Their function is to beat in one direction and facilitate in the movement of small particles in one direction. They are particularly useful in places of the body where there are air ducts.
Animal cells have structures called flagella or cilia that allow for movement, while plant cells lack these structures. Additionally, animal cells possess muscle cells that can contract and relax, enabling movement, which plant cells do not have. This difference in cell structure and function gives animals the ability to move in ways that plants cannot.
Cilia are hair-like structures found on the surface of some cells that are capable of movement. They can help move substances across the cell surface or propel the cell itself.
The organelle with a long hairlike structure used for movement is the flagellum. Flagella are typically found in prokaryotic and some eukaryotic cells, where they help in cell motility by propelling the cell forward.
A long hairlike structure that enables a cell to move is called a flagellum. Flagella are whip-like appendages that protrude from the surface of certain types of cells, such as sperm cells or certain bacteria, and help facilitate movement.
There are two types or hairlike structures that microorganisms use for movement. They are cilia (singular: cilium) and flagella (singular: flagellum). Usually microorganisms have cilia (more than one cilium) and flagellum (usually only one).
Flagellum are organelles resembling hairlike structures. They enable movement of the cells in which they are a part of.
In reference to cells, the answer is cilia.
Cilia are hairlike projections from cells that move with a wave-like pattern. They are involved in a variety of functions, such as movement of fluid or particles along the cell's surface or sensory perception.
No, cilia are not an organ. Cilia are tiny hair-like structures found on the surface of cells and are involved in various functions such as movement and sensing in the body.
Cilia and flagella are short hairlike structures made of microtubules that help move cells. Cilia are shorter and numerous, whereas flagella are longer and fewer in number. Both structures aid in cell movement and fluid flow.
Cilia and flagella are the hairlike structures that extend from the surface of cells and help in cell movement. Cilia are short and numerous while flagella are longer and usually found singly or in pairs.
Short, hair like appendages help in fastening to mucous membranes. These numerous appendages are called fimbriae. Cilia are another short, hair like appendage that extends from living cell surfaces.
The hairlike structure on the surface of many bacteria is called a pilus or fimbriae. These structures help bacteria adhere to surfaces, facilitate the transfer of genetic material between cells, and aid in bacterial motility.