Cytosol
noun
The fluid portion of the cytoplasm in a cell, excluding organelles and other solids, which contains various molecules and ions necessary for cellular processes.
The cytosol of the cell contains enzymes that assist in metabolic processes.
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cellular fluid, cytoplasmic matrix, intracellular fluid
noun
The fluid portion of the cytoplasm in a cell, excluding organelles and other solids, which contains various molecules and ions necessary for cellular processes.
The cytosol of the cell contains enzymes that assist in metabolic processes.
Usage tips
Neutral
cellular fluid, cytoplasmic matrix, intracellular fluid
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Biological Context
Cytosol is essential for biochemical reactions happening in cells.
In metabolic pathways, the cytosol serves as a medium for enzyme activity.
Pro Tip 2/3Importance in Cell Structure
Cytosol helps maintain the shape of the cell and supports organelles.
The cytosol acts as a cushion for organelles during cellular movement.
Pro Tip 3/3Composition Awareness
Understanding what is in the cytosol helps in studying cellular functions.
Different types of cells have varying cytosol compositions.
Pro Tip 1/3Biological Context
Cytosol is essential for biochemical reactions happening in cells.
In metabolic pathways, the cytosol serves as a medium for enzyme activity.
Pro Tip 2/3Importance in Cell Structure
Cytosol helps maintain the shape of the cell and supports organelles.
The cytosol acts as a cushion for organelles during cellular movement.
Pro Tip 3/3Composition Awareness
Understanding what is in the cytosol helps in studying cellular functions.
Different types of cells have varying cytosol compositions.
Pro Tip 1/3Biological Context
Cytosol is essential for biochemical reactions happening in cells.
In metabolic pathways, the cytosol serves as a medium for enzyme activity.
Pro Tip 2/3Importance in Cell Structure
Cytosol helps maintain the shape of the cell and supports organelles.
The cytosol acts as a cushion for organelles during cellular movement.
Pro Tip 3/3Composition Awareness
Understanding what is in the cytosol helps in studying cellular functions.
Different types of cells have varying cytosol compositions.
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