How would you describe the structure and function of centrioles? Biology DNA Structure and Function DNA, Chromosomes and Genes 1 Answer Kyle Feb 4, 2016 Centrioles are made of microtubules, and help guide chromosomes during mitosis/meiosis and help shape the new cells. Explanation: The microtubules are arranged in a sort of star/ring in 9 sets of triplets. The term for 2 centrioles is a centrosome. Answer link Related questions Why is the number of chromosomes an organisms has an even number? Why are chromosomes important to heredity? Why is DNA called the blueprint of life? How do genes differ from chromosomes? How can chromosomes be damaged? How does DNA code for proteins? How are chromosomes related to chromatin? What is dna? How are alleles and traits related? What is chromatin? See all questions in DNA, Chromosomes and Genes Impact of this question 3427 views around the world You can reuse this answer Creative Commons License