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What is the role of actin filaments in cells?
Determining the shape of the cell’s surface and driving whole-cell locomotion
What do microtubules determine in cells?
Positions of membrane-enclosed organelles and formation of the mitotic spindle
What is the main function of intermediate filaments in cells?
Providing mechanical strength
How are large-scale cytoskeletal structures described in terms of their organization?
Dynamic and adaptable, organized more like ant trails than interstate highways
What do cells depend on for spatial organization and mechanical properties?
A remarkable system of filaments called the cytoskeleton
Test your knowledge on the topic of cytoskeleton and cell organization in space, mechanical interactions, and internal structure. Explore the mechanisms that allow cells to change shape, move, and adapt to varying conditions.
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