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Cytoskeleton The cytoskeleton is made of 3 components which are the microfilaments, intermediate filaments, and microtubules. Microfilaments: They are narrow and have 2 different ends and they are round. Intermediate filaments: Made of protein strands that are stuck together in almost a swirly direction. They contain keratin which is good for hair,skin, and nails. Microtubules: The largest component that is made of tubulin protein with a straw like tube. They help resist compression forces. Functions of the cytoskeleton: -Gives the cell a shape -Keeps the cell in shape -It is almost like the human skeleton -Gives the cell support Biomolecules of the cytoskeleton: -The cytoskeleton is made of protein fibers. They work with protein fibers that help support the cell. Malfunctions of the cytoskeleton: - If there wasn't a cytoskel