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Cytoskeleton and Its Components

The cellular organelle present throughout the cytoplasm is called cytoskeleton. The shape of the cell is determined by it and also gives support to the...

Platelets: Structure, Composition and Functions

Platelets also called thrombocytes are the formed elements of blood. They are small, non-nucleated colorless and moderately refractive bodies. They are considered to be the...

Proteins: types and functions

Introduction They are an integral part of protoplasm and hence are present in every living cell. They account for 14% part of living and 75%...