Protoplasm (Noun)
Meaning
The substance of a living cell (including cytoplasm and nucleus).
Classification
Nouns denoting body parts.
Examples
- The protoplasm of the cell is composed of a gel-like substance that is 70-90% water and contains various organelles.
- In a typical cell, the protoplasm is surrounded by a cell membrane that regulates the movement of substances in and out.
- The study of protoplasm and its properties has been crucial in understanding cellular function and behavior.
- When a cell divides, the protoplasm splits into two equal parts, each containing a complete set of organelles.
- Researchers have long been fascinated by the complex interactions between the protoplasm and the cell membrane.