What does the term “cell ultrastructure” refer to in histology and cell biology?
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Correct answer: The submicroscopic architecture of cells and organelles seen by electron microscopy
Cell ultrastructure refers to the detailed internal organization of cells (organelles, membranes, cytoskeleton) that can be seen only at very high magnifications — typically using electron microscopy — beyond the resolution of light microscopy.
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