Question

What is protoplasm? Name four elements that make up a major part of protoplasm.

Answer 1

Protoplasm:

1. Nucleus is the largest cell organelle and controls the activities of the cell.
2. Cytoplasm is the jelly-like and semi-fluid structure present in the space between the cell membrane and nucleus.
3. The living material of a cell that is formed of nucleus and cytoplasm is called protoplasm.
4. Protoplasm is formed of both micro and macromolecules.
5. Micromolecules of protoplasm include monosaccharides, amino acids, ions etc.
6. Macromolecules of protoplasm include proteins, nucleic acids etc.