Cilia are the cytoplasmic extensions arising from basal granules lying below the cell membrane. The function of cilia is to move particles, free cells or mucous in a specific direction over the epithelial surface. The surfaces of some hollow organs such as fallopian tubes, bronchioles and small bronchi are lined with ciliated epithelia.
Stereocilia are long cytoplasmic projections that have no motility. In Epididymis stereocilia are present. Some portion of urethra is lined with stereocilia layer
Stereocilia are long cytoplasmic projections that have no motility. In Epididymis stereocilia are present. Some portion of urethra is lined with stereocilia layer
Cilia vs Stereocilia
Cilia
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Occur in cells of respiratory and reproductive tracts.
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Found in some parts of male reproductive system (Vas deferens and Epididymis) and some portions of Urethra
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Arise from the basal granules
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Basal granules are absent
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Motile
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Non motile
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Cilia has 9+2 ultra structure
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9+2 ultra structure absent
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They taper distally
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They are cylindrical
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Function: Movement
for more: Function of cilia
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