$Cilia$ and $Flagella$ are hair-like outgrowths of the cell membrane. $Cilia$ are small structures which work like oars,causing the movement of either the cell or the surrounding fluid.

  • A
    Cilia
  • B
    Flagella
  • C
    Pili
  • D
    Fimbriae

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