How many of the following features are true for centriole?
(i) A non-membrane-bound cell organelle that helps in cell division.
(ii) Its core is called an axoneme.
(iii) Has nine microtubule doublets at the periphery.
(iv) Has a cartwheel organisation.
(v) Shows (9 + 0) organisation of microtubules.
(vi) Surrounded by a microtubule generator.
Important Questions on Cell: The Unit of Life
Read the following statements with respect to cilia and flagella, and state them as true (T) or false (F):
(a) Cilium or flagellum contains an outer ring of nine triplet microtubules surrounding two singlet microtubules.
(b) Cilia are smaller and work like oars, causing the movement of either the cell or the surrounding fluid.
(c) Flagella are comparatively longer and are responsible for cell movement.
(d) Cilia and flagella are hair-like outgrowths of the cell membrane.
