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The main purpose of cytosol is to provide cell expansion, growth and replication. Also, cytosol helps to contain the cytoskeleton.

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What is the purpose of so much cytosol in a plant cell?

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What is cytosol and does it contain?

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What is the fluid component of the cytoplasm called?

Cytosol!!!


Are Cytosol found in Eukaryote?

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Is cytosol surrounded by a membrane?

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Which viral type gets replicated in the cytosol?

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Are cytosol and cytoplasm the same?

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Does a cytosol have bacteria?

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Does cytosol count as a cell organelle?

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What does cytosol?

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