Physiological Processes

noun the living contents of a cell that are surrounded by a plasma membrane

• The protoplasm within the cell is responsible for carrying out various metabolic processes.
• I heard that protoplasm is like the jelly inside a cell.
• Don't mess with the protoplasm of the cell, dude.
• The protoplasm of society is constantly evolving and adapting to new challenges.

noun the phase of the heartbeat when the heart muscle contracts and pumps blood into the arteries

• The contraction phase of the cardiac cycle is known as systole.
• During systole, the heart muscle contracts to pump blood out.
• When the heart does its systole thing, it's like a little squeeze and release action.
• In life, we experience moments of systole where we must push through challenges with strength and determination.

noun GABA is a noun that stands for gamma-aminobutyric acid, which is a neurotransmitter in the brain that inhibits nerve transmission.

• GABA, or gamma-aminobutyric acid, is an inhibitory neurotransmitter in the central nervous system.
• I heard that GABA supplements can help with anxiety and stress.
• Some people swear by GABA for a better night's sleep.
• In a way, GABA acts like a calming blanket for the brain.

noun clusters of cells in the pancreas that produce and secrete hormones such as insulin and glucagon

• The islets of Langerhans are clusters of cells in the pancreas responsible for producing hormones.
• I heard the islets of Langerhans play a key role in regulating blood sugar levels.
• Those little islets of Langerhans are like the body's blood sugar control center.
• The islets of Langerhans are like tiny factories inside the pancreas, churning out important hormones.

noun Aestivation is a noun referring to the state or condition of being dormant during hot or dry periods, typically in the summer.

• Aestivation is a survival strategy used by some animals to escape harsh environmental conditions.
• During aestivation, the turtle buries itself in the mud to stay cool during the hot summer.
• I'm going to aestivate in my air-conditioned room all weekend.
• The company decided to aestivate their project until the market conditions improved.