PLASMOLYSIS
(noun)Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the word
Plasmolysis.
Plasmolysis - as a noun
The shrinking of protoplasm away from the cell wall of a plant or bacterium due to water loss
Example Sentences
"The process of plasmolysis can be observed in saltwater fish cells."
"In plasmolysis, the protoplasm of a plant cell pulls away from the cell wall."
"Scientists use plasmolysis to study the effects of osmotic balance on cells."
"In a hypertonic solution, plasmolysis is likely to occur."
"The occurrence of plasmolysis can lead to cell death."
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Is PLASMOLYSIS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, plasmolysis is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
PLASMOLYSIS has a SCRABBLE points total of 18.
Is PLASMOLYSIS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, plasmolysis is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordPLASMOLYSIS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 21.
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Valid WordPLASMOLYSIS has a WORDFEUD points total of 19.
