TLS Online TPP Program

#Question id: 5676


The importance of dynein can be seen in individuals with a genetic syndrome known as the Kartagener triad. which of the following statement is correct?

#Unit 5. Developmental Biology
  1. These individuals lack functional dynein in all their ciliated and flagellated cells, rendering these structures immotile.

  2. Dynein is an ATPase—an enzyme that hydrolyzes ATP, converting the released mechanical energy into chemical energy that propels the sperm.

  3. Only mens are affected by this syndrome are susceptible to bronchial infections (immotile respiratory cilia).

  4. Infected men have a 50% chance of having the heart on the left side of the body.