Question

Complete each statement describing microvilli, cilia, pseudopods, and flagella by dragging a label into the appropriate blank.

Cells used for absorption typically utilize ________to maximize surace area.
Nearly every human cell has a single ________whose function is not completely understood.
In humans only the male gametes posess a ________

Answer 1

Microvilli; nonmotile primary cilium; flagellum

Step-by-step explanation:

Cells used for absorption typically utilize Microvilli to maximize surace area.

Nearly every human cell has a single nonmotile primary cilium whose function is not completely understood.

In humans only the male gametes posess a flagellum

Answer 2

Microvilli; nonmotile primary cilium; flagellum

Step-by-step explanation:

Microvilli are cellular membrane protrusions found in different organs/structures specialized for absorption (e.g., digestive tract, kidneys), which are involved in different cellular functions such as absorption, secretion and cellular adhesion. For example, microvilli on the surface of epithelial cells act to increase the surface area for absorption of food and nutrients. Moreover, flagella (singular: flagellum) and cilia (singular: cilium) are structures found in eukaryotic cells which are composed of proteins (microtubules) surrounded by a membrane. Flagella and cilia are generally involved in the locomotion of the cell. There are two types of cilia, motile cilia and non-motile (primary) cilia. Non-motile primary cilia are found on the surface of almost all mammalian cells. In humans, sperms can swim by using a long flagellum made up of microtubules, which is fundamental for the transport of male DNA to the egg cell.