Exploring the Fascinating Functions of Cilia and Flagella in Aquatic Organisms

_____________ are flagellated cells used to move water.

Choanocytes

The flagellated cells used to move water are called cilia or flagella. These are specialized organelles present on the surface of certain cells, which help in a variety of functions like locomotion, feeding, and sensing. In aquatic organisms such as plankton or sponges, cilia and flagella are used for propulsion by beating in a coordinated manner to move water or propel the organism forward. Additionally, cilia and flagella also help in filtering food particles from the water, or sensing the environment by detecting chemical or physical cues.

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