Question
Biology Question on Cell: the unit of life
Cilia are :
A
short (5−10μm) hair like narrow protoplasmic processes
B
with sweeping or pendular movements
C
more numerous
D
all of the above
Answer
all of the above
Explanation
Solution
The correct answer is D:all of the above
Cilia are small, hair like structures that are found in bacteria and have a role in movement, sensory perception etc. They are short and are 5-10
micrometres long. They are present in numerous numbers and help in sweeping movements. They have tubulin protein subunits.
Therefore, all the options given in the question are correct.