glycogen granule

Term ID

GO:0042587

Synonyms

• glycogen particle

Definition

Cytoplasmic bead-like structures of animal cells, visible by electron microscope. Each granule is a functional unit with the biosynthesis and catabolism of glycogen being catalyzed by enzymes bound to the granule surface. 12179957

References

• NIF_Subcellular:sao1081228141

Ontology

GO: Cellular Component    QuickGO    AmiGO