Question

Movement of materials in an axon are mediated through ________________ that serve as cytoskeletal tracks.

(a) microtubules

(b) actin filaments

(c) microfilaments

(d) intermediate filaments

Answer 1

Correct option is (a) microtubules

Easy explanation: The movement of motor proteins towards or away from the cell body is mediated by the microtubules. The motor proteins generate forces within a cell that are essential for movement of materials across the cell.