cell cortex
Cell Biol.
noun
A specialized layer of cytoplasm found on the inner face of the cell membrane, typically containing a network of actin microfilaments and associated proteins.
Origin
Early 20th century; earliest use found in Edward Titchener (1867–1927), experimental psychologist. Originally after German Zellhülle.
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