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plasmas
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(biology) the colorless liquid part of the blood in which the blood cells are suspended
Plasma is the liquid component of blood that carries various substances such as nutrients, hormones, antibodies, and waste products throughout the body. It makes up a significant portion of the blood volume and plays a crucial role in maintaining homeostasis by transporting essential molecules and regulating body temperature. Plasma also contains clotting factors that help control bleeding and maintain the integrity of blood vessels.
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a gas with nearly no electrical charge that exists in the sun and other stars
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a green slightly translucent variety of chalcedony used as a gemstone