Question

Do prokaryotes have cilia and flagella?

Answer 1

Cilia and flagella in prokaryotes:

1. The cilium, or cilia, is a membrane-bound organelle present on most types of cells and ciliates, which are microorganisms.
2. Bacteria and archaea do not have cilia.
3. The cilium is a thin threadlike protrusion that protrudes from the surface of the much larger cell body.
4. Flagella are found in prokaryotes, although they differ from those found in eukaryotes. Prokaryotes, on the other hand, lack cilia.
5. A corkscrew-shaped filament in the prokaryotic flagellum spins, causing forward movement.