Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cytosome
noun
/ˈsaɪtəˌsoʊm/
Definition
The cytosome is the part of the cell that contains the cytoplasm and the cell’s organelles, excluding the nucleus.
Examples
- The cytosome plays a crucial role in energy production within the cell.
- In many cellular studies, the cytosome is examined to understand organelle function.
- The cytosome is full of enzymes necessary for metabolic reactions.
Meaning
It refers to the cellular structure where various biochemical processes occur outside the nucleus, essential for cell function and metabolism.
Synonyms
- cytoplasm
- cell body
- protoplasm
