Question : What are the three parts of bacterial flagellum?
Option 1: Head, tail and lower body
Option 2: Filament, tail and hook
Option 3: Basal body, tail and filament
Option 4: Filament, hook and basal body
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Correct Answer: Filament, hook and basal body
Solution : The correct option is Filament, hook and basal body .
The bacterial flagellum is a whip-like appendage that protrudes from the surface of certain bacteria, allowing them to move. It plays a crucial role in the bacterium's motility.
Filament: This is the long, helical structure that extends outward from the cell.
Hook: The hook is a curved structure that connects the filament to the basal body.
Basal Body: The basal body is the motor of the flagellum, anchored in the cell membrane and wall.
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