Meaning of the word plasma in English
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plasma
US /ˈplæz.mə/
UK /ˈplæz.mə/
Noun
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the colorless fluid part of blood, lymph, or milk, in which corpuscles or fat globules are suspended.
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The doctor ordered a plasma transfusion for the patient.
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Donating plasma is a way to help others.
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2.
an ionized gas consisting of positive ions and free electrons in proportions sufficient to neutralize the total charge, usually at temperatures too high for ordinary matter to exist.
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The sun is composed primarily of plasma.
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Scientists are studying plasma for potential use in fusion energy.
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