bioplasm
/ˈbaɪoʊˌplæzəm/
noun
- The living matter inside a cell, including the cytoplasm and nucleus; sometimes used to refer to the protoplasm of living organisms.
- Scientists study bioplasm to understand how cells function and grow.
- The term bioplasm is less common today, but it describes the essential substance of life.
- Under the microscope, the bioplasm of the onion cell appeared clear and gel-like.
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