Golgi Body (Noun)
Meaning
A netlike structure in the cytoplasm of animal cells (especially in those cells that produce secretions).
Classification
Nouns denoting body parts.
Examples
- The golgi body is a complex organelle found in the cells of most eukaryotes, playing a crucial role in protein modification and secretion.
- Within the cell, the golgi body receives proteins synthesized by the endoplasmic reticulum and further modifies them by adding carbohydrates or lipids.
- In plant cells, the golgi body is also involved in the synthesis of cell wall components such as polysaccharides and glycoproteins.
- The golgi body is usually located near the endoplasmic reticulum and consists of a series of flattened sacs and tubules.
- The primary function of the golgi body is to process and package proteins and lipids for transport to other parts of the cell or for secretion outside the cell.