Cilia and Flagella – Definition, Structure, Function

Cilia and Flagella Definition, Structure, Function

Cilia as well as Flagella are complex cytoplasmic filamentous structures that protrude through the cell’s wall. They are small, particularly distinct appendices to the cell. The flagella (singular meaning flagellum) are hairy, long structures that extend out from the plasma membrane. They can be utilized to move the entire cell.

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