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What does the prefix plasm mean?

The prefix "plasm" generally refers to a formative or molding substance, often in the context of biological or biological-like materials.

Here are some examples:

* Plasma: The liquid part of blood, containing cells, proteins, and other substances.

* Protoplasm: The living substance of a cell, including the cytoplasm and nucleus.

* Cytoplasm: The jelly-like substance that fills the interior of a cell, excluding the nucleus.

* Germplasm: The genetic material of an organism, often used in the context of reproduction and genetic engineering.

* Chromoplasm: The pigment-containing part of a plant cell, responsible for coloration.

In essence, the prefix "plasm" often indicates something that is malleable, adaptable, and essential to the formation or function of a particular structure or entity.

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