Cytoskeloton Flashcards
1
Q
What does the cytoskeleton help with?
A
Structure support of cell, transport, movement
2
Q
What are the structures of the cytoskeleton?
A
Microtubules, actin filament, intermediate filament
3
Q
What is the diameter of a microtubules?
A
18-30nm
4
Q
What is the diameter of intermediate Filament?
A
10nm
5
Q
What is the diameter of micro/ actin filaments?
A
7nm
6
Q
What does microtubules make up? S
What do they also help with? or
A
Spindle fibers
Movement of organelles
7
Q
What do the intermediate filament do?
S
A
Provide structural support
Resist mechanical stress
-Strengthen
8
Q
What do actin/ micro filaments help with! C
A
Cell division (cytokines)
