Match each term to the phrase that describes it best.
-microtubule organizing centers that also play a role in cell division
A)Microtubules
B)Intermediate filaments
C)Microfilaments
D)Centrosomes
E)Cilia
F)Flagella
G)Microvilli
H)Desmosomes
I)Tight junctions
J)Gap junctions
K)Primary cilium
L)Centrioles

Question

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Centrosomes are the microtubule organizing centers that also play a role in cell division.

Answer: A
 Microtubules are filamentous structures composed of tubulin protein subunits that make up the cytoskeleton.

Answer: L
 Centrioles are cylindrical structures in the centrosome that are involved in cell division.

Answer: E
 Cilia are hair-like structures on the cell surface that are involved in movement and sensing.

Answer: F
 Flagella are whip-like structures on the cell surface that are involved in movement.

Answer: G
 Microvilli are small, finger-like projections on the cell surface that increase surface area for absorption.

Answer: H
 Desmosomes are cell adhesion molecules that anchor cells together.

Answer: I
 Tight junctions are cell adhesion molecules that form a barrier between cells and prevent leakage.

Answer: J
 Gap junctions are channels between cells that allow molecules to pass through and facilitate communication.

Answer: K
 Primary cilium is a specialized type of cilium that functions in sensory perception.

Match Each Term to the Phrase That Describes It Best