The upcoming discussion will update you about the differences between Cilia and Flagella.

Difference # Cilia:

1. They are smaller in number.

2. Cilia usually occur throughout or major part of the surface of a cell.

3. They beat oar like and in a co-ordinated rhythm.

4. Cilia help in locomotion, feeding, circulation, etc..

5. Example: Paramecium.

Difference # Flagella:

1. They are larger in size.

2. Flagella are commonly found at one end of the cell.

3. The flagella beat whip-like and independently.

4. Flagella help in locomotion.

5. Example: Euglena

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