18 Questions
What is the primary function of microvilli in absorptive epithelial cells?
To increase the absorptive surface area of cells
What is the main difference between stereocilia and microvilli?
Stereocilia are long and irregularly shaped, while microvilli are short and regular
What is the function of cilia in the trachea?
To move mucous with dirt out of the trachea
What is the structure of the basal body of cilia?
A core of microtubules
What is the function of flagella in human spermatozoa?
To provide motility to the sperm cell
What is the main difference between cilia and flagella?
Flagella are longer than cilia
What is the primary function of microvilli in epithelial cells?
To increase the surface area of the cell for absorption
What type of specialization is found at the base of protein synthesizing cells?
Basal infoldings with mitochondria
What is the function of stereocilia in epithelial cells?
To detect sound waves in the ear
What is the primary function of flagella in sperm cells?
To facilitate movement of the sperm cell
What type of basal specialization is found in ion transport cells?
Basal infoldings with mitochondria
What is the primary function of cilia in epithelial cells?
To move mucus or debris out of the respiratory system
What is the primary function of microvilli?
To increase the surface area for absorption
What type of junction is responsible for holding adjacent cells together?
Adhering Junction
What is the primary difference between cilia and flagella?
Cilia are shorter, while flagella are longer
What is the name of the structure composed of a core of actin microfilaments?
Microvilli
What is the name of the basal specialization that provides mechanical support to the cell?
Basement Membrane
What is the term for the intrinsic asymmetry of cells?
Cell polarity
Learn about the histological structure and function of microvilli and stereocilia in absorptive epithelial cells. Understand their role in increasing the absorptive surface area of cells in the small intestine and kidney.
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