golgi complex

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Definition Noun : * Golgi complex : A specialized organelle found in the cytoplasm of eukaryotic cells, consisting of a series of flattened, membrane-bound sacs called cisternae. It functions primarily in modifying, sorting, and packaging proteins and lipids for secretion from the cell or for delivery to other organelles. Usage The term "Golgi complex" is used in cell biology to refer to a spec...