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Golgi apparatus

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/ˈɡoʊldʒi ˌæpəˈrætəs/
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
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Examples
  • 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.
Synonyms
Golgi bodyGolgi complexdictyosome
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