Golgi apparatus
Plural
Golgi apparatuses
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a cellular organelle involved in the processing, packaging, and distribution of proteins and lipids within the cell, consisting of a stack of flattened membrane sacs called cisternae
- The Golgi apparatus modifies and packages proteins, ensuring they are properly shaped and functional.
- The Golgi apparatus plays a crucial role in sorting and directing proteins to their designated cellular locations.
- In nerve cells, the Golgi apparatus contributes to the formation of myelin, a fatty substance protecting nerve fibers.
- Plant cells utilize the Golgi apparatus to produce cell wall components and other essential biomolecules.
- The Golgi apparatus is involved in the formation of vesicles that transport materials within the cell or to the cell membrane.
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