Cytoplasmically

/ˌsaɪtoʊˈplæzmɪkli/ adverb

Definition

In a manner relating to or occurring within the cytoplasm of a cell.

Etymology

From 'cytoplasmic' + '-ally' (in the manner of). A specialized adverb used in scientific writing to describe processes happening within the cytoplasm.

Kelly Says

When scientists say something happens 'cytoplasmically,' they're distinguishing processes that occur in the cytoplasm from those controlled by the nucleus—revealing two separate control centers in cells.

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