Practice Cilia and Flagella - 8.5.8 | 8. CELL: THE UNIT OF LIFE | CBSE 11 Biology
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Question 1

Easy

What are cilia?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think of something that moves like oars.

Question 2

Easy

Define flagella.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Imagine something that helps a cell swim.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What is the main function of cilia?

  • A) Propelling cells
  • B) Moving fluids
  • C) Reproducing cells

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think of how they are structured.

Question 2

True or False: Flagella are shorter than cilia.

  • True
  • False

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider their typical functions.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Analyze the roles of cilia and flagella in disease processes, providing examples of conditions where these structures are crucial.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Reflect on how these structures affect health.

Question 2

Compare the evolutionary significance of cilia and flagella across various species, making connections to motility in aquatic vs terrestrial environments.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about how movement allows survival in diverse habitats.

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