plasma
A state of matter consisting of partially ionized gas and electrons.
Other meanings
A clear component of blood or lymph containing fibrin.
A variety of green quartz, used in ancient times for making engraved ornaments.
Word history
From Ancient Greek "πλάσμα" (something formed).
Where this comes from
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