Term Name:	iron import into cell
Synonyms:	ferrous ion import, ferrous iron import, ferrous iron uptake, iron assimilation
Definition:	The directed movement of iron ions from outside of a cell into the cytoplasmic compartment. This may occur via transport across the plasma membrane or via endocytosis.
Ontology:	GO: Biological Process [GO:0033212]    QuickGO    AmiGO