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GO: Cellular Component
periplasmic flagellum
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- GO:0055040
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- Definition
- Flagellar filaments located in the periplasmic space; characterized in spirochetes, in which they are essential for shape and motility. Composed of a core surrounded by two sheath layers, the flagella rotate to allow migration of the cell through viscous media, which would not be possible using external flagella. (2)
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