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The upcoming discussion will update you about the differences among Cilia, Stereo Cilia and Microvilli.
Difference # Cilia:
1. Cilia arise from the basal granules.
2. It is motile.
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3. They taper distally.
4. They are not covered by glycocalyx.
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5. A cilium has 9+2 ultra-structure.
6. Cilia occur in the cells of respiratory and reproductive tracts.
Difference # Stereo Cilia:
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1. Basal granules are absent.
2. It is non motile.
3. They are cylindrical.
4. May be covered by a coat of glycocalyx.
5. Absent of ultrastructure.
6. Stereo cilia are found in some parts of the male reproductive tract such as the epididymis and vas deferens.
Difference # Microvilli:
1. Basal granules are absent.
2. It is non motile.
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3. They are extremely thin and short structures.
4. Not covered by glycocalyx.
5. Absent of ultrastructure.
6. Microvilli are found in locations where absorption and secretion are the major activities of the cell (e.g., intestine).
