Which of the following are types of flagellar arrangements with more than one flagellum in prokaryotes?
A
Lophotrichous
B
Monotrichous
C
Peritrichous
D
Amphitrichous
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Understand the concept of flagella: Flagella are long, whip-like structures that protrude from the cell body of certain prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells, primarily used for locomotion.
Identify the types of flagellar arrangements: In prokaryotes, flagella can be arranged in different patterns, which are classified based on the number and location of flagella on the cell.
Define 'Monotrichous': This arrangement involves a single flagellum at one end of the cell. Since it involves only one flagellum, it does not fit the criteria of having more than one flagellum.
Define 'Lophotrichous': This arrangement involves a cluster of flagella at one or both ends of the cell. This fits the criteria of having more than one flagellum.
Define 'Peritrichous' and 'Amphitrichous': 'Peritrichous' refers to flagella distributed over the entire surface of the cell, while 'Amphitrichous' refers to a single flagellum or a cluster of flagella at both ends of the cell. Both arrangements involve more than one flagellum.