Answer to Question #145311 in Cell Biology for Ida Teul

Question #145311
Which characteristics correctly describe the cytoskeleton?

composed of only one type of filament

provides support for the cell

shape cannot be altered

assists in the movement of cells

made of carbohydrate chains
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Expert's answer
2020-11-20T05:04:14-0500

The cytoskeleton is made of three types of filaments.


The cytoskeleton helps cells maintain their shape and internal organization, and also provides mechanical support that enables cells to carry out essential functions like division and movement.


Microfilaments (a type of cytoskeleton) can depolymerize (disassemble) and reform quickly, thus enabling a cell to change its shape and move.

i.e. it's shape can be altered.


Cytoskeleton assist in movement from the point above.


Cytoskeleton is made of protein filaments.



Therefore the second and fourth points correctly describe the cytoskeleton.


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