Difference between revisions of "Flagellum"
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: A '''flagellum''' allows a [[Cell (Biology)|cell]] to move towards food and away from harsh [[environment]]al conditions. | : A '''flagellum''' allows a [[Cell (Biology)|cell]] to move towards food and away from harsh [[environment]]al conditions. | ||
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| + | ===About Flagella=== | ||
| + | : [[Cell (Biology)|Cells]] can have more than one '''flagella'''. | ||
| + | : '''Flagella''' are found on some [[bacteria]] such as [[Escherichia coli|E.coli]] and on some [[protist]]s such as [[euglena]]. | ||
Revision as of 17:30, 4 November 2018
Key Stage 4
Meaning
A flagellum is a tail like organelle found on bacteria and some protists used to help it move.
Function
- A flagellum allows a cell to move towards food and away from harsh environmental conditions.