Term Name: | longitudinal flagellum |
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Synonyms: | longitudinal cilium |
Definition: | A motile cilium found in dinoflagellates. It trails the cell and acts as a steering rudder. It is often partially contained in a furrow called the sulcus, and emerges from a flagellar pore located in the sulcus. |
Ontology: | GO: Cellular Component [GO:0097609] QuickGO AmiGO |