Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
caryo
noun
/ˈkær.i.oʊ/
Definition
The term ‘caryo’ refers to the nucleus of a cell, especially in relation to its structure and function.
Examples
- The caryo of the cell holds the genetic material that determines an organism’s traits.
- Researchers studied the caryo to understand how cells replicate and divide.
- In plants, the caryo is crucial for processes such as photosynthesis and reproduction.
Meaning
Caryo is often used in scientific contexts to discuss aspects of cell biology, particularly in genetics and cellular processes.
Synonyms
- nucleus
- cell core
- nucleoplasm
