Ectoplasm (cell biology) explained

Ectoplasm (also exoplasm) is the non-granulated outer part of a cell's cytoplasm, while endoplasm is its often granulated inner layer. It is clear, and protects as well as transports things within the cell.[1] Moreover, large numbers of actin filaments frequently occur in the ectoplasm, which form an elastic support for the cell membrane.[2] It contains actin and myosin microfilaments. Amoebae form an outer zone of cytoplasm, known as ectoplasm, where actin and myosin association help move it forward.[3]

The term comes from the Ancient Greek words ἐκτός ektos, "outside" and πλάσμα plasma, "anything formed."

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Notes and References

  1. Web site: Paramecium Coloring. www.biologycorner.com. 23 April 2018.
  2. Book: Textbook of Medical Physiology, Eleventh Edition. Arthur C. Guyton, John E. Hall. Saunders.
  3. Book: Bogitsh, Burton J. . Human parasitology . Carter . Clint E. . Oeltmann . Thomas N. . 2019 . Academic Press . 978-0-12-813712-3 . Fifth . London.