SSC CPO 2023 PYQ — Question 99

SSC CPO - 04 Oct 2023 - Shift 1 • General Awareness • Q99

The main function of centriole is:

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. to help cell division in animal cells.

The main function of centrioles is to help in cell division in animal cells. Centrioles are involved in forming the mitotic spindle, which is essential for accurately segregating chromosomes during mitosis and meiosis. They are cylindrical structures made of microtubules and are found in pairs within centrosomes. Centrioles are not present in plant cells, where other structures perform similar functions. They do not maintain rigidity in plant cells or affect the mineral composition in bacterial cells.