Assertion (A): Cilia and flagella are involved in cell movement. Reason (R): They contain microtubules arranged in a 9+2 pattern. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Assertion (A): Cilia and flagella are involved in cell movement.
Reason (R): They contain microtubules arranged in a 9+2 pattern.
A. Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation.
B. A false, R true.
C. Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation.
D. A true, R false.
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Cilia and flagella are motile structures with a 9+2 axoneme of microtubules. Their movement propels the cell or moves fluids. R explains the structural basis.

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