5 Questions
Which protein forms microfilaments in the cytoskeleton?
Actin
What is the function of microtubules in the cytoskeleton?
Long tubes formed by the protein tubulin
Which type of filament is tissue specific in the cytoskeleton?
Intermediate filaments
How many actin genes do humans have?
6
What allows for the assembly and disassembly of filaments in the cytoskeleton?
Reversible process
Test your knowledge of cell organization and movement with this quiz covering chapters 17-18, focusing on the cytoskeleton. Explore the functions and components of the 3-dimensional filamentous protein network, including microfilaments, microtubules, and intermediate filaments.
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