NEET BIOLOGY

CELL STRUCTURES AND FUNCTION

CELL STRUCTURE

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following is a network of proteins that supports and gives shape to a cell?
A
vesicles
B
vacuole
C
cytoskeleton
D
cytoplasm
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The cytoskeleton is the network of cytoplasmic protein filaments, composed of microtubules (MTs), actin filaments, and intermediate filaments, that provides an internal scaffold to give the cell shape.

Detailed explanation-2: -Collectively, this network of protein fibers is known as the cytoskeleton . There are three types of fibers within the cytoskeleton: microfilaments, intermediate filaments, and microtubules (Figure).

Detailed explanation-3: -The cytoskeleton is a network of protein fibers that help with cellular movement and maintaining its structure/shape. One main function of cytoskeleton is to provide mechanical support to the cell and its functions.

Detailed explanation-4: -Three major types of filaments make up the cytoskeleton: actin filaments, microtubules, and intermediate filaments. Actin filaments occur in a cell in the form of meshworks or bundles of parallel fibres; they help determine the shape of the cell and also help it adhere to the substrate.

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