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endomembrane

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[en-doh-mem-breyn] / ˈɛn doʊˌmɛm breɪn /

noun

Cell Biology.
  1. the outer membrane of any of the organelles within the cell.


Etymology

Origin of endomembrane

endo- + membrane

Example Sentences

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The nuclear membrane is not a part of the endomembrane system as the endoplasmic reticulum is a separate organelle of the cell.

From Textbooks • Jun. 9, 2022

The endomembrane system processes and ships proteins specified by the nucleus.

From Textbooks • Jun. 9, 2022

The nuclear membrane is part of the endomembrane system as it is continuous with the rough endoplasmic reticulum.

From Textbooks • Jun. 9, 2022

The nuclear membrane is not considered a part of the endomembrane system as the nucleus is a separate organelle.

From Textbooks • Jun. 9, 2022

The endomembrane system includes the nuclear envelope, the endoplasmic reticulum, Golgi apparatus, lysosomes, vesicles, as well as the plasma membrane.

From Textbooks • Apr. 25, 2013

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