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Concept

Protein synthesis

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  • TEM - mitochondria, nucleus and rough ER
  • Goblet cells are packed full of mucous globules (blue), which they release to provide lubrication and protection to the inner surfaces of the intestine and the respiratory system among others. The mucous globules are condensed inside the goblet cell but expand hugely once they are released, absorbing water within 20 milliseconds. This rapid release occurs in response to lots of different stimuli and allows the mucous to get to work instantly.
  • Cells with organelles
  • Organelles within a liver cell
  • Smooth ER, cell membrane and nucleus
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Catalogue

    • Digital Images
    • Online

    Organelles within a liver cell

    University of Edinburgh
    • Digital Images
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    Golgi complex

    Dr David Furness
    • Digital Images
    • Online

    Smooth ER, cell membrane and nucleus

    Mike Kayser
    • Digital Images
    • Online

    Organelles in a pancreas cell

    University of Edinburgh
    • Digital Images
    • Online

    TEM - mitochondria, nucleus and rough ER

    Mike Kayser
All works (7)

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