Cytoplasm Flashcards
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What is cytoplasm?
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Cytoplasm is a jellylike substance that contains dissolved molecular building blocks such as proteins, nucleic acids, minerals and ions. Within the membrane, the cell is filled with cytoplasm.
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What is special about cytoplasm?
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In some types of cells, the cytoplasm also contains organelles, which are structures specialized to perform distinct processes within a cell. Most organelles are surrounded by a membrane.
3
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REMEMBER!
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Cytoplasm contains molecules and In some cells organelles!
4
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What is the cytosol?
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The cytosol is the fluid in which organelles of the cell reside. It does not include cell organelles.
