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Definition of Idioplasma

1. n. That portion of the cell protoplasm which is the seat of all active changes, and which carries on the function of hereditary transmission; -- distinguished from the other portion, which is termed nutritive plasma. See Hygroplasm.

Definition of Idioplasma

1. Noun. (biology archaic) A portion of the cell protoplasm which is the seat of all active changes, and which carries on the function of hereditary transmission; distinguished from the other portion, which is termed ''nutritive plasma''. ¹

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Medical Definition of Idioplasma

1. That portion of the cell protoplasm which is the seat of all active changes, and which carries on the function of hereditary transmission; distinguished from the other portion, which is termed nutritive plasma. See Hygroplasm. Origin: NL, fr. Gr. Proper, peculiar + a form, mold. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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