Question

Discuss the different types of flagella found in flagellates
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Answer 1

Answer:

Categories of flagellation

monotrichous = single flagellum.

peritrichous = flagella all around.

amphitrichous = flagella at both ends.

lophotrichous = tuft of many flagella at one end or both ends.

atrichous = without flagella, nonmotile.

Explanation:

Answer 2

Answer:

Types and Examples of Flagella

• Monotrichous. – Single polar flagellum.
• Amphitrichous. – Single flagellum on both sides.
• Lophotrichous. – Tufts of flagella at one or both sides.
• Peritrichous. – Numerous falgella all over the bacterial body.
• Basal Body is attached to the cytoplasmic membrane by ring-like structures.