Question

What is common between a Eukaryotic and Prokaryotic flagella?

• A. Same structure
• B. Both are used for locomotion
• C. Composed of same proteins
• D. Both are extension of cell membrane

Answer 1

The correct option is B Both are used for locomotion

The common feature between eukaryotic and prokaryotic flagella is that both are used for locomotion. The prokaryotic flagellum is single-stranded while eukaryotic flagellum is 11-stranded. The eukaryotic flagellum has two parts, basal body and shaft, while prokaryotic flagellum consists of three parts, basal body, hook and filament. The prokaryotic and eukaryotic flagellum is made up of flagellin and tubulin proteins, respectively.

Hence the correct answer is (B)