how can we reduce the rate of cyclosis and what is its advantage?

The streaming motion of protoplasm within certain cells and one-celled organisms is called cyclosis. This movement aids in the delivery of nutrients, metabolites, genetic information, and other materials to all parts of the cell. The rate of cyclosis depends upon the light exposure, temperature and pH levels. So by reducing the intensity of light, or by altering the temperature and pH, the rate of cyclosis can be reduced. The cyclosis can be stoped by adding Lugol's iodine solution or Cytochalasin D to the cells. The reduction in the cyclosis reduces the metabolic activity of the cells and thus helps the cell to become dormant in the unfavourable conditions.  Also it makes the observation of the cell and its components easy in the laboratory.

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