The centriole is involved in which cellular process? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The centriole is involved in which cellular process?
A. Cell division
B. Lipid synthesis
C. Protein synthesis
D. Photosynthesis
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Centrioles are cylindrical microtubular structures found near the nucleus in animal cells, forming the centrosome. They organize spindle fibers during cell division (mitosis and meiosis) and are also the basal bodies of cilia and flagella. They are absent in higher plant cells. Centrioles duplicate during S phase and migrate to poles during prophase.

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