Microtubules
Description
Microtubules are long, thin, cylindrical, tube-like structures present in the Cytoplasm of Cells. They are 20 to 27 nm in diameter and are of variable length.
Biological Function of Microtubules
Nervous System
Microtubules contribute to the structural integrity of Neurons (they maintain the semi-rigidity of Neurons):
Microtubules contribute to the structural integrity of Dendrites (they maintain the semi-rigidity of Dendrites).
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