Which of the following statements describes cytosol
A)The term encompasses all material inside the cell.
B)The fluid content of the cell.
C)It contains much less protein than the extracellular fluid.
D)It contains large amounts of carbohydrates.
E)It includes the intracellular structures known as organelles.

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Cytosol refers to the fluid content of the cell. It includes all material inside the cell except for the membrane-bound organelles. It does contain proteins, but the concentration may be lower than that of extracellular fluid, and it also contains other molecules such as carbohydrates, lipids, and nucleic acids.

Which of the Following Statements Describes Cytosol