Cytoplasm

Cytoplasm is the viscous, jelly-like fluid inside the cell membrane of living organisms. It contains most of the cell’s organelles such as the nucleus, mitochondria, ribosomes, and endoplasmic reticulum, and is responsible for the transport and metabolic activities within a cell. Cytoplasm is essential for the survival of a cell and its functioning, and it is vital for the metabolism and development of an organism. Its significance lies in its main roles of cellular signalling, transporting molecules, and containing hereditary materials. Cytoplasm is also used in biotechnology to produce more efficient products such as vaccines, drugs, and other clinical products.