Cytosol
- Pronunciation
- /si-toh-sol/
- Category
- Cell Biology
- Singular
- Cytosol
- Plural
- Cytosols
Definition
The fluid that fills the cytoplasm of a cell, excluding the organelles.
Etymology
Example
The cytosol plays a crucial role in cellular processes such as signal transduction and metabolism.
Related Terms
- Cytoplasm
- Organelles