endosarc

[ en-duh-sahrk ]

noun

, Biology.

1. the endoplasm of a protozoan ( ectosarc ).

Other Words From

• endo·sarcous adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of endosarc¹

First recorded in 1865–70; endo- + -sarc

Example Sentences

The endosarc is semifluid and rich in granules mostly “reserve” in nature, often showing proteid or fat reactions.

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(Gymnostomaceae); showing the reticulate arrangement of the endosarc, b, contractile vacuoles; c, the cuticle-lined pharynx.

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The endosarc is full of food-granules and reserve-granules (oil, colouring matter and proteid).

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The Intracapsular Sarcode (endosarc) or surrounding internal protoplasm.

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Note the small granules which move about within the endosarc.

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