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cytoskeleton

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cytoskeleton

In a living cell, a matrix of protein filaments and tubules that occurs within the cytosol (the liquid part of the cytoplasm). It gives the cell a definite shape, transports vital substances around the cell, and may also be involved in cell movement.



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For example, chapter 11 describes assembly of the cellular cytoskeleton, while chapter 12 describes the mechanisms used by pathogenic bacteria to manipulate the cytoskeleton.
Cellular Microbiology, 2nd ed by Quinn, Frederick / Emerging Infectious Diseases
But most of the recovery genes Samson identified are involved with functions such as cytoskeleton remodeling, protein degradation, RNA synthesis, and lipid metabolism.
TXG at SOT. (Meeting Report) by Potera, Carol / Environmental Health Perspectives
The origin of this cytoskeleton has been a mystery to biologists because more-primitive cells, bacteria, seemed to lack anything resembling a cytoskeleton or its component proteins--tubulin and actin.
Bacterial genes and cell scaffolding. (Evolution) by Science News
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