8.5.8 - Cilia and Flagella
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What are cilia?
💡 Hint: Think of something that moves like oars.
Define flagella.
💡 Hint: Imagine something that helps a cell swim.
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What is the main function of cilia?
💡 Hint: Think of how they are structured.
True or False: Flagella are shorter than cilia.
💡 Hint: Consider their typical functions.
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Analyze the roles of cilia and flagella in disease processes, providing examples of conditions where these structures are crucial.
💡 Hint: Reflect on how these structures affect health.
Compare the evolutionary significance of cilia and flagella across various species, making connections to motility in aquatic vs terrestrial environments.
💡 Hint: Think about how movement allows survival in diverse habitats.
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