sarcoplasmic

/ˌsɑrkəˈplæzmɪk/
adjective
  1. Relating to the sarcoplasm, the fluid inside muscle cells.
    • Athletes sometimes train to increase sarcoplasmic volume for better endurance.
    • Sarcoplasmic proteins play a key role in muscle contraction.
    • The sarcoplasmic reticulum stores calcium ions needed for muscle movement.
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