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Question
Distinguish between the following pair of terms:
Protoplasm and cytoplasm
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Solution
| Sr. No. | Points | Protoplasm | Cytoplasm |
| 1. | Definition | The entire living substance of a cell contained within the cell membrane. | The jelly-like part of the protoplasm outside the nucleus. |
| 2. | Components | Contains cytosol, organelles, and the nucleus. | Contains cytosol and organelles, but excludes the nucleus. |
| 3. | Composition | Made up of cytoplasm + nucleoplasm (material inside the nucleus). | Mainly composed of water, salts, enzymes, and structural filaments. |
| 4. | Relation to the Cell | Represents the whole living content of the cell. | Represents the part of the protoplasm outside the nucleus. |
| 5. | Includes Nucleus? | Yes, it includes the nucleus. | No, it does not include the nucleus. |
| 6. | Function | Responsible for all life processes of the cell. | Provides a medium for organelles and supports various metabolic activities. |
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