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Golgi Body

Description:

The Golgi body, also known as the Golgi apparatus or Golgi complex, is a cell organelle present in eukaryotic cells. It plays a vital role in modifying, sorting, and packaging proteins and lipids for transport to their target destinations within the cell or outside of it. It consists of a series of flattened, membrane-bound sacs called cisternae.

Sample Sentences:

Noun:

1. The Golgi body is responsible for the processing of proteins synthesized in the endoplasmic reticulum.
2. When the Golgi body malfunctions, it can lead to cellular dysfunction and various diseases.

Adjective:

1. The Golgi body modifications are crucial for protein functionality.
2. The Golgi body machinery efficiently packages secretory vesicles.

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