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  • Golgi Apparatus: Structure, Function & Role in Cellular Processing
    The stack of membranes that packages chemicals is called the Golgi apparatus.

    Here's a breakdown:

    * Structure: The Golgi apparatus is made up of flattened, stacked sacs called cisternae. These cisternae are surrounded by a membrane and are connected to each other.

    * Function: The Golgi apparatus acts like a processing and packaging center for the cell. It receives proteins and lipids (fats) from the endoplasmic reticulum (ER). The Golgi modifies, sorts, and packages these molecules into vesicles (small, membrane-bound sacs) for various destinations within the cell or for secretion outside the cell.

    Think of it like a factory that takes raw materials, processes them, and packages them into finished products ready for delivery!

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