Chapter 16 Flashcards

1
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What is the cytoskeleton

A

System of filaments made of proteins

Allows cell to maintain shape and movement

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What are the 3 families of protein filaments

A

Actin
Microtubules
Intermediate filaments

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3
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On an actin filament what end polymerizes faster

A

Positive end

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4
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What is treadmilling

A

Is where the filament can msintain a constant length by adjusting the polymerization and depolymerization rate

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