The ____ of a cell is mostly water, ions, and nutrients and contains organelles that perform many functions.

A) cell membrane
B) cytoplasm
C) nucleus
D) nucleolus
E) ribosome

Cytoplasm

The gel-like substance within a cell, excluding the nucleus, that contains organelles and is the site of various vital metabolic processes.

Cell Membrane

The semipermeable membrane surrounding the cytoplasm of a cell, managing the entry and exit of substances.