Cytoplasm is the colloidal aqueous substance comprised by water and soluble proteins which forms the matrix between the Plasmalemma and Tonoplast in which organelles are found. It also contains Mineral Salts and Enzymes. Cytoplasm is hard to visualize because it is translucent. Advanced microscopic techniques and stains can be used to see it.

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The Cytoplasm (C) appears to be limited to the periphery of the cell. The Nucleus (N) is visible in one cell. Plastids (P) can be observed as well. Most of the cell is occupied by the Central Vacuole (V).

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Cytoplasm is hard to see without special kinds of light microscopy. Nomarski (DIC) microscopy reveals Cytoplasmic Bridges (CB) which routinely traverse the central Vacuole (V).

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