Cytoskeleton Flashcards
1
Q
What are the three components of Cytoskeleton?
A
- Microtubules
- Intermediate filaments
- Microfilaments
2
Q
Microtubules are involved in
A
- Mitotic spindle
- Cilia and Flagella
- Transport of substances
3
Q
Microtubules are made up of
A
Alpha and Beta Tubulin
4
Q
One end of a microtubule is anchored in a
A
MTOC
5
Q
Microtubules allow for the
A
Internal transport of neurons
6
Q
Which filaments are Dynamic?
A
- Microtubules
- Microfilaments
7
Q
Intermediate filaments provide structural support by
A
Resisting mechanical stress and retaining shape
8
Q
Microfilaments are used in
A
Cellular division
9
Q
Microfilaments are made up of
A
Actin
10
Q
What are the types of MTOC?
A
- Centrosome
- Basal Body
11
Q
Centrosomes are organelles found near the
A
Nucleus of the cell
12
Q
The centrosomes have centrioles which are made up of
A
Triplet of microtubules
13
Q
How many triplets make up one centriole?
A
9
14
Q
Centrioles duplicate during
A
Mitosis
15
Q
What act as anchoring sites for microtubules?
A
Centrioles
