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Flagellum are used to propel microscopic organims like, bacteria. Some microscopic organisms have many some have just one or two. But much like the fins and tails of fish through the proper function of flagellum the organism gets where it needs to go.
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∙ 12y agoThe flagellum is a tail-like organelle protruding from a cell. The primary function of flagellem is locomotion. The cell uses the motion of the flagellum to move around; it is similar to the way snakes use their slender tail-like body for transportation.
propelling (motion)
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∙ 11y agoThe flagella is like a tail, and it helps a cell in locomotion; to move around. Flagellum is the plural of flagella.
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∙ 11y agoA flagellum enables single celled organisms to swim. It is like a tiny propeller, pushing a tiny boat.
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∙ 11y agoIt is a whiplike structures that are used in movement ----
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∙ 12y agoflagellum/ flagella:
Long whip-like protrusion which aids in locomotion
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∙ 11y agoA whip like tail used to move the cell
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What is the function of Flagilla?
If you mean flagella, that is the plural of flagellum. A flagellum is a long tapered extension of a microorganism, like a tail, utilized for mobility somewhat similarly to the tail of a fish.
What is the function of flagella in a cell?
The word "flagella" is plural so the proper term to use for this question would be "flagellum". A flagellum is an organ of locomotion in single cell organisms. In other words, the flagellum help the organism move around.
Do all bacteria have flagellum?
No. Only some bacteria have a flagellum.
Why can't a female gamete move around like a males gamete?
because male gametes has tail called flagellum which helps them to move around and female gametes do not have flagellum, they are round shaped so they can't move around.
What is the whip-like appendage called on some bacteria?
Some bacteria have a whip-like tail called aflagellum. This structure is essential for locomotion, or motility.
What is the function of the flagellum or ciliaof protozoa and where would these organisms live?
The function of flagellum and cilium is locomotion.
What is the function of the short flagellum?
Short flagellum is concerned with substrate attachment.
What is the flagellum function?
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What human organ system has the same function as the flagellum?
flagellum=tails that help organism move In the reproductive system, sperm have flagellum
Is reproduction a function of flagellum?
No flagella do not reproduce.
What is one function of the flagellum?
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Function to move an entire cell?
Flagellum main function is to move cells in organisms. Flagellum is a hair like structure and can be found in eukaryotic and prokaryotic cells.
What organelle function accomplishes some motile function for some cells?
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What is the function of a bacterial fiagellum?
A flagellum is a hair like structure that protrudes from the body of a prokaryotic or eukaryotic organism. Its primary function is for locomotion.
In the body the muscles are responsible for movement what cell part performs this function?
Flagellum
What is the function of Flagilla?
If you mean flagella, that is the plural of flagellum. A flagellum is a long tapered extension of a microorganism, like a tail, utilized for mobility somewhat similarly to the tail of a fish.
In the human body the muscles are responsible for movement what cell part perform this function?
Flagellum
