Botany-Cell Membrane

NEET Botany Cell Membrane MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-numerical-Medium-Class 11

In eukaryotic cells, the axoneme of cilia or flagella is composed of microtubules. How many pairs of microtubules are located centrally in the axoneme structure?

A

1 pair

B

2 pairs

C

5 pairs

D

9 pairs

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

The NCERT context states that the axoneme usually has nine doublets of radially arranged peripheral microtubules, and a pair of centrally located microtubules.

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