What is cilia and flagella? Write one similarity and dissimilarity between two

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Cilia is a small thread like structure extending out from the surface of a cell. It help in the movement.

A flagella is basically a tail like structure that is found in certain cells and helps in locomotion and can also function as a sensory organelle.

Similarity:
Cilia and flagella are the hair like appendages which help in locomotion.

Difference:
1. Cilia are found in eukaryotic organisms whereas flagella can be found in both prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells.

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