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What is the arrangement of microtubules in centriole and basal body?

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding the Structure**: Both centrioles and basal bodies are cylindrical structures made up of microtubules. They are hollow and unbranched cylinders with a diameter of approximately 25 nm. 2. **Arrangement in Centrioles**: - Centrioles consist of **9 microtubules** arranged in a specific pattern. - These microtubules are organized in **triplets**, meaning that each group of three microtubules is closely associated together. - The arrangement of microtubules in centrioles is referred to as **9 + 0**, indicating that there are 9 microtubules in total and none in the center. ...
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