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Plasma
/plˈæzmɐ/
/ˈpɫæzmə/
Plasma
[NOUN]1
(biology) the colorless liquid part of the blood in which the blood cells are suspended
What is "plasma"?
Plasma is the liquid component of blood that carries various substances such as nutrients, hormones, antibodies, and waste products throughout the body. It makes up a significant portion of the blood volume and plays a crucial role in maintaining homeostasis by transporting essential molecules and regulating body temperature. Plasma also contains clotting factors that help control bleeding and maintain the integrity of blood vessels.
Examples
1. On the other hand, plasmas have a negative permittivity and positive permeability.
2. Donate plasma.
3. What is plasma?
4. The sun and the stars are plasma.
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