Cytoskeletal elements are responsible for giving cells their shape and provide a
basis for cell movement, migration, and cell division. Name the three major classes
of cytoskeletal elements in eukaryotic cells.

1 Answer

Answer :

Microtubules (composed of tubulin); actin filaments (made up of actin); intermediate
filaments

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