Plasmóschosis

Meaning of the word

The word “plasmoschise” refers to the process of rupture or disintegration of the cytoplasm of a cell.

Origin of the word

The word “plasmoschise” originates in the Greek “plasma” (moldable substance) and “skhízein”.

Word adverbs

There are no specific adverbs related to the word “plasmoschosis”.

Conjunctions of the word

There are no specific conjunctions related to the word “plasmoschosis”.

Synonyms of the word

Some synonyms of the word “plasmoschise” are: cytolysis, disintegrated cytoplasm, cell break.

Word Definitions

– Breaking process or disintegration of cytoplasm from a cell.
– Phenomenon in which the cytoplasm of a cell fragments or dissolves.

Phrases that the word applies

– Plasmoschosis occurs when the cell is exposed to extreme conditions.
– Plasmoschosis is a mechanism for defending plant cells against dehydration.

Examples of the word in text

The vegetable cell suffers plasmoschosis when subjected to a hypertonic environment, that is, with greater concentration of solutes outside the cell. In this case, the water is removed from the cytoplasm, causing dehydration and the consequent rupture of it.

Rhymes with the word

– Analysis
– Synthesis
– PARALISE
– Emphasis
– Hypnosis

Anagrams with the word

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