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Eukaryotic Cilia
Eukaryotic cilia are short, hair-like external structures unique to eukaryotic cells that often cover the entire cell surface. While structurally similar to eukaryotic flagella with a array of microtubules, they are shorter and utilize a rapid, flexible, waving motion for motility, as well as functions like sweeping particles past or into cells.

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