What are the Components of the Actin Cytoskeleton?
The actin cytoskeleton is primarily composed of:
G-actin (Globular actin): Monomeric form that polymerizes to form filaments. F-actin (Filamentous actin): Polymerized form that makes up the filaments. Actin-Binding Proteins: These proteins regulate the assembly, disassembly, and organization of actin filaments. Examples include profilin, cofilin, and gelsolin.