In the below diagram, identify the part which connects the peripheral microtubules to the central sheath.

Question

In the below diagram, identify the part which connects the peripheral microtubules to the central sheath. (A) Central microtubule (B) Radial spoke (C) Plasma membrane (D) Interdoublet bridge b

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This arrangement is called 9+2 or 11- stranded. However, 9+1 and 9+0 arrangements have also been observed. The two central singlet fibers are covered by a proteinaceous central sheath. they are connected by a double bridge. So the correct option is 'Radial spoke'.

Q. In the below diagram, identify the part which connects the peripheral microtubules to the central sheath.

Central microtubule

Radial spoke

Plasma membrane

Interdoublet bridge b

This arrangement is called 9+2 or 11- stranded. However, 9+1 and 9+0 arrangements have also been observed. The two central singlet fibers are covered by a proteinaceous central sheath. they are connected by a double bridge. So the correct option is 'Radial spoke'.