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Movement of cilia and flagella is due to presence of

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Central sheath
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Dynein
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Radial spokes
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Singlet tubules.
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Solution

The correct option is D Dynein
Dynein is a family of cytoskeletal motor proteins that move along microtubules in cells. They convert the chemical energy stored in ATP to mechnical work, and hence are involved in movement of cilia and flagella.
So, the correct option is 'Dyenin'.

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