Which of the following organelles is found at the base of every eukaryotic cilium and flagellum?
A) Centriole
B) Basal body
C) Nucleolus
D) Flagellum
E) Microvillus

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The basal body is an organelle found at the base of every eukaryotic cilium and flagellum, from which they grow out. The centriole is a similar structure found in animal cells, but it is not specifically associated with cilium or flagellum formation. The nucleolus is a substructure within the nucleus involved in ribosome production. The flagellum is the actual whip-like structure that propels the cell forward. The microvillus is a small protrusion on the surface of some cells that increases their surface area for absorption.

Which of the Following Organelles Is Found at the Base