Which of the following statements is correct with respect to flagella and cilia?

A) Flagella display an oarlike pattern of beating.
B) Cilia generate a force parallel to the cell surface.
C) There are usually fewer cilia than flagella.
D) Cilia are generally longer than flagella.
E) Cilia often have a helical pattern of movement.


B) Cilia generate a force parallel to the cell surface.

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