What are centrioles? Write about their function. - Vidyadip

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What are centrioles? Write about their function.

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Answer

Centrioles are hollow and cylindrical structures which are made up of microtubules.

Functions:

It migrates to the poles of animal cells and is involved in the formation of the spindle.
In plant cells, cell division involves polar caps for the spindle formation.

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