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Concept: Cytoskeleton

Superconcept: Organic-Structure


Component Semantics:

Cytoskeleton
Definition: System of protein filaments in the cytoplasm of a eucaryotic cell that gives the cell a polarized shape and the capacity for directed movement. Its most abundant components are actin filaments, microtubules, and intermediate filaments. Alberts:ECB:G-5.

Relevant concepts: Cell

Relevant concepts: Organic-Structure

Relevant concepts: Living-Entity

Relevant concepts: Subcellular-Compartment

Relevant concepts: Membrane

Relevant concepts: Intermediate-Filament

Relevant concepts: Organic-Complex

Relevant concepts: Organic-Compartment

Relevant concepts: Microtubule

Relevant concepts: Actin-Filament

Relevant concepts: Cell-Wall

Relevant concepts: Group

Relevant concepts: Organic-Layer