Structural Proteins - Biochemistry

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Question

Which of the following lists the cytoskeletal filaments in order of increasing diameter?

Answer

Actin filaments, also known as microfilaments, are flexible and bundle up, and are 5-9nm in diameter. Intermediate filaments, which can strengthen cells, are about 10nm. Microtubules, rigid and attached on one end to a centrosome, are 25nm.

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