Which of the Following Observations About Flagella Is Accurate and Is

question 73

Multiple Choice

Which of the following observations about flagella is accurate and is consistent with the scientific conclusion that the flagella from eukaryotes and bacteria evolved independently?

• A) The flagella of both eukaryotes and bacteria are made of the same protein, but the configuration is different.
• B) The mechanics of movement and protein structure are the same in these flagella, but there are significant genetic differences.
• C) Although the mechanism of movement in both flagella is the same, the protein that accomplishes the movement is different.
• D) The protein structure and the mechanism of movement in eukaryotes flagella are different from those of bacteria flagella.

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