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Diagram showing the change which occur in the centrosomes and nucleus of a cell n the process of mitotic division (mitosis). The nucleus represented here has 4 chromosomes.

Scientists have created a synthetic single-celled organism that can divide and grow like a regular living cell. This breakthrough could lead to designer cells that can produce useful chemicals on demand or treat disease from inside the body.

Succinct, practical, and meaningful definitions for various cell biology terms, which link to more complete definitions.

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What is Cytoplasm Cytoplasm is defined as the material that lies within the cytoplasmic membrane, or the membrane that surrounds a cell. It contains none of a cell's genetic material, because this is contained in the nucleus. It does, however, contain a lot of water, and the other organelles of the cells. It provides a platform upon which they can operate within the cell. It is made up of proteins, vitamins, ions, nucleic acids, amino acids, sugars, carbohydrates and fatty acids. All of the…

Humans rely on skin cells to help heal wounds and repair maintenance; however, research recently found cells switched roles between healing and mutating.