Search Ontology:
GO: Cellular Component

plasma membrane-derived chromatophore

Term ID
GO:0042716
Synonyms
  • chromatophore vesicle
Definition
A pigment-bearing structure that is derived from the cytoplasmic membrane, sometimes consisting of simple invaginations and sometimes a complete vesicle. This component is found in certain photosynthetic bacteria and cyanobacteria. (2)
References
Ontology
GO: Cellular Component    QuickGO    AmiGO
Relationships
Expression
Genes with most Figures
Thisse recommended In Situ Probes
Antibody Labeling
Phenotype
Phenotype caused by Genes
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