The function of these cells will be determined from the organelles, or little organs, found in each. However, the structural support of these organelles will be provided by a major cellular component known as the cytosol. Cytosol Components. The cytosol, by definition, is the fluid in which organelles of the cell reside. This is often confused with cytoplasm, which is the space between the nucleus and the plasma membrane. Therefore, the cytosol technically does not include organelles.
Definition of METASILICATE. 1. : a silicate containing the anion SiO3ââ or (SiO3)n in which the ratio of silicon to oxygen is 1 to 3. 2.
a combining form meaning âfalse,â âpretended,â âunrealâ (pseudoclassic; pseudointellectual), âclosely or deceptively resemblingâ (pseudocarp). Also, esp. before a vowel,pseud-. [< Greek, comb. form of pseudá¸s false, pseÃ»dos falsehood]