Ciliated
Ciliated
Ciliated (/sɪliːeɪtɪd/; from Latin cilia, meaning "eyelash") refers to the presence of tiny, hair-like structures known as cilia on the surface of a cell or organism.
Etymology
The term "ciliated" is derived from the Latin word cilia, which means "eyelash". This is due to the resemblance of cilia to fine, hair-like structures.
Description
Ciliated cells are found in various parts of the body, including the respiratory tract, the female reproductive system, and certain parts of the brain. These cells play a crucial role in moving particles or fluid over the cell surface in such areas.
In the respiratory tract, for example, ciliated cells help to move mucus and trapped particles out of the lungs. In the female reproductive system, they assist in moving the egg from the ovary to the uterus.
Related Terms
- Cilia: Microscopic, hair-like structures present on the surface of all mammalian cells. They are primarily responsible for locomotion and sensory functions.
- Ciliopathy: A type of genetic disorder that results from defects in the function or structure of cilia.
- Ciliogenesis: The process by which cilia are formed.
- Cilium (disambiguation): Other uses of the term cilium.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Ciliated
- Wikipedia's article - Ciliated
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