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food vacuole [′füd ‚vak·yə‚wōl] (cell and molecular biology) A membrane-bound organelle in which digestion occurs in cells capable of phagocytosis. Also known as heterophagic vacuole; phagocytic vacuole. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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One group of targets identified by the genome authors were protein-degrading enzymes found in a subcellular digestive component called the food vacuole. They do know, however, that these drugs target the parasite's digestive organ, or food vacuole. Using electron micrographs, the scientists have viewed bacteria entrapped in food vacuoles within algal cells. |
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