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Locomotion and Movement

ICSE · Class 11 · Biology

Summary of Locomotion and Movement for ICSE Class 11 Biology. Key concepts, important points, and chapter overview.

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Overview

Locomotion and movement are basic characteristics of living organisms. Movement may occur at the cellular level, as in amoeboid, ciliary, and flagellar movement, or at the level of the whole body, as in locomotion. In higher vertebrates, locomotion depends on the coordinated action of the skeletal,

Key Concepts

Movement of the whole organism from

Movement of the whole organism from place to place is known as locomotion. It helps in obtaining food, escaping predators, finding mates, and locating

The main types are amoeboid

The main types are amoeboid, flagellar, ciliary, and muscular movement. Amoeboid movement uses pseudopodia, flagellar movement uses flagella, ciliary

Amoeba changes its shape by forming

Amoeba changes its shape by forming temporary cytoplasmic projections called pseudopodia. These projections help in locomotion and feeding.

Flagella are thread

Flagella are thread-like locomotory organelles of flagellated protists. This movement is best seen in Euglena.

Cilia are small vibratile ectoplasmic processes

Cilia are small vibratile ectoplasmic processes. Their movement is synchronous and coordinated. It helps in the movement of substances inside the body

Learning Objectives

  • Understand the meaning of locomotion and the main types of movement
  • Distinguish between amoeboid, flagellar, ciliary, and muscular movement
  • Describe the organisation of the human skeleton and its major parts
  • Identify the types of bones, joints, and limb girdles
  • Explain the structure and function of skeletal muscles

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