plasm vs plasma

plasm

noun
  • A membrane or cell layer, especially one in an embryo that later develops into a structure; the constituent cells of such layer. 

  • A mold or matrix in which anything is cast or formed to a particular shape. 

plasma

noun
  • A clear component of blood or lymph containing fibrin. 

  • A state of matter consisting of partially ionized gas and electrons. 

  • A visual effect in which cycles of changing colours are warped in various ways to give the illusion of liquid organic movement. 

  • Blood plasma, free of suspended cells, used in transfusions. 

  • A variety of green quartz, used in ancient times for making engraved ornaments. 

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