The Cytoskelaton Flashcards
1
Q
where is the cytoskeleton only found
A
eukaryotes
2
Q
name 3 roles of the cytoskeleton
A
- allows maintenance of the cells shape
- movement of cell organelles
- allows the cell to move e..g white blood cells
3
Q
name the 2 components of the cytoskeleton
A
- actin filaments (microfilaments)
* microtublues e.g spindle fibers
4
Q
what produces microtubules
A
centrioles
5
Q
what is the centromere
A
center of chromosomes, where the spindle fibers connect
6
Q
microtubules are dynamic. what does this mean and how is this possib;e
A
they can build up and break down them selves.
They are made of subunits that can be taken apart called tubulin
