Cytoplasm
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Cytoplasm is the jellylike mass that composes the most part of the cell, and is sometimes called the cytosol. It surrounds the nucleus and contains the organelles.
In prokaryotes, this space is relatively free of compartments. In eukaryotes, the cytosol is the "soup" within which all of the cell's organelles reside. It is also the home of the cytoskeleton. The cytoplasm is composed primarily of salts and proteins, enzymes, RNA, and carbohydrates. It aids in cellular respiration, and protects the nucleus.
The cytosol contains dissolved nutrients, helps break down waste products, and moves material around the cell through a process called cytoplasmic streaming. The nucleus often flows with the cytoplasm changing its shape as it moves. The cytoplasm also contains many salts and is therefore an excellent conductor of electricity, creating the perfect environment for the mechanics of the cell. The function of the cytoplasm, and the organelles which reside in it, are critical for a cell's survival.[1]
Related References
- Cytoplasm by Wikipedia
- What is a Cell? by the National Center for Biotechnology Information.
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