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Concept: Phagocytose

Superconcept: Endocytose


Component Semantics:

Phagocytose
Definition: The process by which particulate matter is engulfed by a cell. Prominent in predatory protozoa, such as Amoeba proteus, and to certain specialized cells of multicellular animals such as macrophages. Alberts:ECB:G-14.

Relevant concepts: Particulate-Matter

Relevant concepts: Cell

Relevant concepts: Pinocytose

Relevant concepts: Endocytose