what is cytoplasm?
🧫 Cytoplasm – Structure, Components, Functions 📑 Table of Contents What is Cytoplasm? Components of Cytoplasm Structure of Cytoplasm Functions of Cytoplasm Cytoplasm in Prokaryotes vs. Eukaryotes Importance of Cytoplasm for DPT Students Summary Table FAQ – Cytoplasm 1. 🧬 What is Cytoplasm? Cytoplasm is the gel-like, semi-fluid substance inside cells, excluding the nucleus. It plays a vital role in maintaining the cell’s shape , supporting organelles, and enabling essential biochemical reactions . 2. 🧪 Components of Cytoplasm 2.1 Cytosol The fluid portion of cytoplasm. Contains water, enzymes, salts, and organic molecules . Site of glycolysis and other enzymatic reactions. 2.2 Organelles (in eukaryotic cells) Mitochondria – ATP production Endoplasmic Reticulum (ER) – Protein/lipid synthesis Golgi Apparatus – Modifies and packages proteins Ribosomes – Protein production Lysosomes & Peroxisomes – Waste breakdown...