karyolymph
/ˈkɛriəˌlɪmf/
noun
- The clear, fluid part of a cell's nucleus, surrounding the chromosomes and other structures.
- Under the microscope, the karyolymph appeared as a transparent gel inside the nucleus.
- The chromosomes float in the karyolymph, which helps protect them from damage.
- Scientists study karyolymph to understand how materials move within the cell's nucleus.
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