What are the different types of movements exhibited by the cells of the human body?

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(N/A) Movement is a characteristic feature of living organisms. The cells of the human body exhibit three main types of movements:
$1$. Amoeboid movement: This is exhibited by specialized cells like macrophages and leucocytes (white blood cells) in the blood. These cells move by forming pseudopodia,similar to $Amoeba$. This movement is crucial for immune responses,such as moving towards the site of injury or infection.
$2$. Ciliary movement: This movement occurs in cells lined with cilia or flagella. In the human body,it is observed in the respiratory tract (to remove dust and foreign particles) and in the female reproductive tract (to facilitate the passage of the ovum through the fallopian tube towards the uterus).
$3$. Muscular movement: This is the most complex form of movement,exhibited by muscle cells. It involves the contraction and relaxation of muscle fibers,which is essential for locomotion,breathing,and the movement of internal organs.

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