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Ch 2 Cell:cytoplasm
structure and function
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Cytoplasm | Nonspecific term for all of the materials contained within the plasma membrane and surrounding the nucleus |
| Cystol | The viscous fluid of the cytoplasm |
| Contents of the cystol | High water content, dissolved solutes including; ions, nutrients, proteins, carbs, lipids, and other small molecules. |
| Purpose of proteins in cystol | These are enzymes that act as catalysts in cellular reactions. |
| Purpose of Carbs & lipids in cystol | Serve as energy source for the cell |
| Purpose of the smaller molecules in cystol | These act as building blocks of large macormolecules. |
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