The centrosome is positioned in the cytoplasm outside the nucleus but often near to it. A single centriole is also to be found at the basal end of cilia and flagella.

What is the location and function of centrosome?

A centrosome is an organelle located near the nucleus in the cytoplasm that divides and migrates to opposite poles of the cell during mitosis and is involved in the formation of the mitotic spindle, assembly of microtubules, and regulation of cell cycle progression.

Is centrosome found in plant or animal cells?

Centrosomes and lysosomes are found in animal cells, but do not exist within plant cells.