13 Questions
What is the primary difference between cilia and flagella?
Cilia have a 9+2 pattern of microtubules, flagella do not.
How do cells of the upper respiratory tract primarily use cilia?
To sweep trapped debris within mucus
Where are the origins of mitochondria and chloroplasts believed to be from?
Prokaryotes
What supports the endosymbiotic theory regarding the origin of mitochondria and chloroplasts?
Both organelles have circular loop DNA like prokaryotes.
Which statement best describes the evolution of eukaryotes from prokaryotes according to the text?
Eukaryotes evolved in stages from prokaryotes.
What is a unique characteristic shared by both mitochondria and chloroplasts according to the text?
They contain a limited amount of genetic material.
What type of microtubule pattern is present in both cilia and flagella?
9 + 2
Which organelles are like bacteria in size and structure?
Mitochondria and chloroplasts
What was the original nature of mitochondria before they became part of eukaryotic cells?
Heterotrophic bacteria
Which cells utilize flagella for movement?
Sperm cells
What is the significance of the double membrane of mitochondria and chloroplasts?
Allows for independent replication
Which of the following best describes the relationship between archaea and eukaryotes?
Archaea are more closely related to eukaryotes
What is a common function of cilia in eukaryotic cells?
Aiding in cell movement
Explore the characteristics and functions of cilia and flagella in eukaryotic cells, including their structures and examples of their roles in organisms. Learn about the 9 + 2 pattern of microtubules and how these membrane-bound cylinders aid in cell movement.
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