Question

Do Eukaryotes have flagella?

Answer 1

Flagella in eukaryotes:

1. Although eukaryotic cells can have flagella, the structure of eukaryotic flagella differs from that of bacterial cells.
2. Microtubules organized in a 9+2 pattern make up the eukaryotic flagella.
3. Nine doublets surround a pair of solitary microtubules in the center, which are grouped on the perimeter.
4. The axoneme is the name for the core.
5. The plasma membrane protects flagella.
6. Flagella whip around in a whip-like motion.
7. ATP provides energy for the movement of eukaryotic flagella.