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    A jelly-like substance between the nucleus and the cell membrane is called: ​
    Question

    A jelly-like substance between the nucleus and the cell membrane is called:

    A.

    Chloroplast

    B.

    Protoplasm

    C.

    Nucleolus

    D.

    Cytoplasm

    Correct option is D

    The correct answer is (D) Cytoplasm.

    Explanation:

    • Cytoplasm is the jelly-like substance found between the nucleus and the cell membrane. It contains various organelles and plays a key role in cellular activities.

    Incorrect Options Explanations:

    • Chloroplast: Organelles involved in photosynthesis, found in plant cells.
    • Protoplasm: Refers to the living substance of the cell, which includes both cytoplasm and nucleus.
    • Nucleolus: A small structure within the nucleus involved in ribosome production.

    Information Booster:

    • Cytoplasm:
      • Present in all living cells (plant, animal, etc.).
      • Composed of water, salts, and proteins.
      • Supports and suspends cell organelles.
      • Helps in metabolic reactions like glycolysis.
      • No specific shape, it takes the form of the available space in the cell.

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