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Structure and Function of Organelles

Complete the following sentence.
1. The cytoskeleton maintains the cells' ___________, anchor ________ in place, and moves parts of the cell in processes of __________ and motility.
2. Name the 2 types of protein filaments that make up the cytoskeleton.

Cellular Organelles

3. What types of cells contain a network of microtubules?

4. Under "Function" on this web page:

  • They form the basis of the cells' "_____________".
  • They help maintain the ____________ and ___________ of the cell.
  • They also play a role in the __________ of materials inside the cell.



    Microtubules
    5.Click here to see a 3D image of microtubules.

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    6. Microfilaments are ____________, _______________________ fibers. They are responsible for _________________________ contraction.

    7. Microtubules are ________________. Microtubules act as a scaffold to ______________________________________________________.

    8. When arranged in geometric patterns inside ___________ and __________, they are used for _______________________.

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