Microfilaments

= -MICROFILAMENTS- = micro- small filament- strands of protein

- microfilaments were founded by Edward David Korn in 1968

- can be found in most cells near the cell membrane

- serves a role in cytokinesis, movement, and changes in cell shape

- is important component of the cytoskeleton, along with microtubules

- the structure of microfilaments is aintertwined helix:

- the helix is made of a protien molecule called actin. Microfilaments can also be called actin filaments. The molecules are polarized and intertwine, which creates its structure

- you can find many microfilaments in muscle tissue. it helps relax and flex your muscles