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The jelly-like substance between the nucleus and cell membrane is called ______.

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RRB NTPC 2019 CBT 1 Question Paper (8-Mar-2021) (Shift 2)
The correct answer is
Cytoplasm

Jelly-like Cell Substance Explained

The term for the jelly-like substance found within a cell, surrounding the nucleus and contained by the cell membrane, is Cytoplasm.

Cytoplasm consists of the cytosol (the gel-like material) and the organelles suspended within it. It fills the cell volume between the nucleus and the plasma membrane.

Analyzing Other Options

The other terms provided relate to different biological contexts:

  • Otic refers to the ear.
  • Amniotic relates to the fluid and membrane surrounding a fetus.
  • Pleural pertains to the membranes surrounding the lungs.

None of these terms describe the substance within a typical cell between the nucleus and the cell membrane.

Conclusion on Cell Components

Therefore, Cytoplasm is the correct identification for the jelly-like substance between the nucleus and cell membrane.

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