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What is the main function of the cytoskeleton in a mammalian cell?
What is the main function of the cytoskeleton in a mammalian cell?
- Protein synthesis
- Cell shape maintenance (correct)
- Energy production
- DNA replication
Which subunits make up microtubules in a mammalian cell?
Which subunits make up microtubules in a mammalian cell?
- Carbohydrates and nucleic acids
- Ribosomes and enzymes
- Glycoproteins and lipids
- Alpha and beta tubulin (correct)
What characterizes the polarity of microtubules in a mammalian cell?
What characterizes the polarity of microtubules in a mammalian cell?
- Plus end elongates more rapidly (correct)
- Minus end elongates more rapidly
- No polarity
- Both ends elongate at the same rate
Which cellular structure is a small unit made of microtubules and is part of the centrosome?
Which cellular structure is a small unit made of microtubules and is part of the centrosome?
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What is the role of the centrosome in a mammalian cell?
What is the role of the centrosome in a mammalian cell?
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What is the function of microtubules related to mitotic spindle formation?
What is the function of microtubules related to mitotic spindle formation?
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Which motor protein moves an organelle towards the plus end of microtubules?
Which motor protein moves an organelle towards the plus end of microtubules?
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What is the unique feature of centrioles ultra-structurally?
What is the unique feature of centrioles ultra-structurally?
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What is the function of motile cilia and flagella?
What is the function of motile cilia and flagella?
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