Vacuole: meaning, definitions and examples
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vacuole
[ หvรฆkjสoสl ]
cell biology
A vacuole is a membrane-bound organelle found in the cytoplasm of plant and fungal cells, and sometimes in animal cells. These organelles are primarily used for storage, waste disposal, and maintaining turgor pressure in plant cells. Vacuoles can contain various substances such as nutrients, waste products, or even decorative pigments. They are essential for cell homeostasis and play a vital role in the life of the cell by storing materials and regulating cellular processes.
Synonyms
sac, storage body, vesicle.
Examples of usage
- The vacuole in the plant cell holds excess water.
- In some cases, vacuoles can store toxic substances to protect the cell.
- The breakdown of waste products occurs in the vacuole.
- Vacuoles help maintain the shape and rigidity of plant cells.
Translations
Translations of the word "vacuole" in other languages:
๐ต๐น vacuolo
๐ฎ๐ณ เคตเฅเคเฅเคฏเฅเคเคฒ
๐ฉ๐ช Vakuole
๐ฎ๐ฉ vakula
๐บ๐ฆ ะฒะฐะบัะพะปั
๐ต๐ฑ wakuola
๐ฏ๐ต ๆถฒ่
๐ซ๐ท vacuole
๐ช๐ธ vacuola
๐น๐ท vakuol
๐ฐ๐ท ์กํฌ
๐ธ๐ฆ ูุฌูุฉ
๐จ๐ฟ vakuola
๐ธ๐ฐ vakuola
๐จ๐ณ ๆถฒๆณก
๐ธ๐ฎ vakuola
๐ฎ๐ธ vakuรณlu
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะฒะฐะบัะพะปั
๐ฌ๐ช แแแแฃแฃแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ vakuol
๐ฒ๐ฝ vacuola
Etymology
The term 'vacuole' originates from the Latin word 'vacuus', which means 'empty'. The term was first used in the 19th century as researchers began to understand the cellular structures within plants and animals. As microscopy advanced, scientists discovered that these cell compartments were not only prevalent in plant cells but also existed in fungal and certain animal cells. Initially, vacuoles were thought to be simply storage spaces, but later studies revealed their complex roles in cell metabolism, waste management, and maintaining the integrity of the cell's environment. Over time, the understanding of vacuoles has expanded to include their involvement in cellular signaling and other biological processes, highlighting their importance in cellular functions.
Word Frequency Rank
Positioned at #24,494, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.
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- 24491 structuralism
- 24492 divined
- 24493 touchy
- 24494 vacuole
- 24495 saccharine
- 24496 grille
- 24497 optionally
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