MICROANATOMY

INTRODUCTION TO MICROSCOPY CELL BIOLOGY

CYTOSKELETON

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following is found in the nucleus of animal cells?
A
Microtubules
B
Actin filaments
C
Microfilaments
D
Intermediate filaments
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The type V intermediate filament proteins are the nuclear lamins, which are found in most eukaryotic cells. Rather than being part of the cytoskeleton, the nuclear lamins are components of the nuclear envelope (see Figure 8.3).

Detailed explanation-2: -Answer and Explanation: The correct option is b. Nuclear lamins. Nuclear lamina is a structure present near the inner nuclear membrane and the peripheral chromatin.

Detailed explanation-3: -Intermediate filaments are a primary component of the cytoskeleton, although they are not found in all eukaryotes, and are absent in fungi and plants [1].

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