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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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