sarcoplasmic
/ˌsɑrkəˈplæzmɪk/
adjective
- 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.