Which of These Is an Incorrect Comparison Between Flagella and Cilia

question 46

Multiple Choice

Which of these is an incorrect comparison between flagella and cilia?

• A) Flagella have essentially the same internal structure of cytoskeleton proteins as cilia.
• B) Flagella are used for propulsion, while cilia are used to attach cells to other cells or surfaces.
• C) Flagella are found in all three domains of organisms, while cilia are found only in Eukarya.
• D) Flagella are longer structures than cilia.

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Definitions:

Braided Stream

A type of river characterized by a network of river channels separated by small, often temporary, islands called braid bars.

Interconnected Rivulets

Networks of small streams that flow into one another, often contributing to the drainage system of a larger watershed.

Sediment Load

The total volume or mass of sediment being transported by flowing water, such as a river or stream, which can affect its velocity, erosion potential, and deposition patterns.

Isostatic Rebound

The rise of land masses that were depressed by the huge weight of ice sheets during the last glacial period, through a process of gravitational equilibrium.