AP Biologyhardmcq1 pt
Cilia and flagella in eukaryotes share which core structure?
A.A 9+2 arrangement of microtubules
B.A phospholipid double ring
C.Actin microfilament bundles
D.Chains of ribosomes
Explanation
Core Concept
Both beat via dynein motors sliding the nine outer doublet microtubules against the central pair. The shared axoneme structure powers movement.
Correct Answer
AA 9+2 arrangement of microtubules
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