Match each term to the phrase that describes it best.
-Largest of the cell fibers; act like "engines" for the cell
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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Microtubules are the largest of the cell fibers and act like "engines" for the cell.

Answer: B
 Intermediate filaments provide structural support for cells and help anchor cells together.

Answer: C
 Microfilaments are thin filaments that provide structural support for the cell and are involved in cell movement.

Answer: L
 Centrioles are cylindrical structures made of microtubules that are involved in cell division.

Answer: D
 Centrosomes are the cellular structures that organize microtubules and play a major role in cell division.

Answer: E
 Cilia are hair-like projections on the cell surface that are involved in cell movement and the movement of fluids over the cell surface.

Answer: F
 Flagella are whip-like projections on the cell surface that are involved in cell movement, such as the movement of sperm.

Answer: G
 Microvilli are tiny finger-like projections on the surface of some cells that increase surface area for absorption.

Answer: H
 Desmosomes are protein complexes that join together adjacent cells, providing strength and stability to tissues.

Answer: I
 Tight junctions are protein complexes that form a seal between adjacent cells, preventing the movement of materials between the cells.

Answer: J
 Gap junctions are protein channels that allow for the movement of ions and small molecules between adjacent cells, allowing for communication between cells.

Answer: K
 Primary cilium is a single nonmotile cilium that acts as a sensory organelle, sensing changes in the extracellular environment.

Match Each Term to the Phrase That Describes It Best