What is Cytoplasm ?

The large region of each cell enclosed by a cell membrane is called Cytoplasm. It is the fluid content present inside the plasma membrane. It is colorless partly 

Characteristics of Cytoplasm

• It contains many specialized cell organelles, each of which performs a specific function for the cell.
• Contains a mixture of water and soluble inorganic and organic compounds, and various organelles.
• Present in animal cells. Found in fungi, plants and animals.

6 Important Functions of Cytoplasm

1. Cytoplasm helps in the exchange of material between cell organelles.
2. Cytoplasm acts as a storehouse of vital molecules such as amino acid, glucose, vitamin, iron etc.
3. Cytoplasm Acts as the site for certain metabolic pathways such as glycolysis etc.
4. Cytoplasm is medium for initial steps of respiration (production of pyruvic acid) (anaerobic respiration)
5. Cytoplasm helps to prevent the grouping of cell organelles in places due to gravity that would prevent their function.
6. Cytoplasm acts as a buffer and protects the genetics material of the cell from damage caused due to movement and collision with other cells.

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