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Volutin

Description:

Volutin is a granular material found in several types of cells, particularly bacterial cells. It is composed of polyphosphate, a storehouse of phosphate used for energy metabolism and other cellular functions.

Sample Sentences:

• The presence of volutin granules is a characteristic feature of certain bacterial species.
• Volutin accumulates within the vacuoles of bacterial cells, aiding in phosphate storage and utilization.
• Researchers are studying the role of volutin in bacterial virulence and pathogenesis.

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