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Glossary term

plasma

Definition

  1. The fourth state of matter – a gas that is ionised and consists of positive and negative ions (or particles), with no overall charge. It is affected by magnetic fields and has high electrical conductivity.

  2. The colourless or pale yellow liquid in blood and lymph.

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