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BIO 101 BIO 101 Past Questions Objective Question

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Which of the following statements about cytoplasm is most accurate?
Options
A It is limited to the space inside the nucleus
B It includes cytosol and organelles (excluding the nucleus)
Correct Answer
C It is synonymous with nucleoplasm
D It contains only dissolved gases
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The cytoplasm is the entire region of a eukaryotic cell between the plasma membrane and the nuclear envelope. It consists of the cytosol (the semifluid, gel-like substance) and all the organelles suspended within it, except the nucleus.

Hint

It's the cell's interior, excluding the nucleus.

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