Intercellular Substance
Definition:
"Intercellular substance" refers to the material found in the spaces between cells in a tissue. It helps to support and connect the cells. You can think of it like a jelly that fills the gaps between different types of cells in your body.
Usage Instructions:
- Use "intercellular substance" when discussing biology, anatomy, or related sciences. - It is a noun, so it can be used as the subject or object in a sentence.
Example Sentence:
"The intercellular substance plays a vital role in providing nutrients to the cells and helping them communicate."
Advanced Usage:
In more advanced discussions, you might encounter terms like "extracellular matrix," which is similar to "intercellular substance" and refers to the network of proteins and molecules outside the cells that provide structural and biochemical support.
Word Variants:
- Intercellular (adjective): Relating to the space between cells.
Example: "Intercellular communication is important for the functioning of tissues." - Intercellularly (adverb): In a way that relates to the spaces between cells.
Example: "The substance was distributed intercellularly throughout the tissue."
Different Meaning:
While "intercellular substance" has a specific meaning in biology, "intercellular" can be used in broader contexts to indicate interactions or activities occurring between cells.
Synonyms:
- Extracellular matrix (in some contexts)
- Tissue fluid (in certain biological contexts)
Idioms and Phrasal Verbs:
There are no specific idioms or phrasal verbs that directly relate to "intercellular substance," but you may hear phrases like "cellular communication," which refers to how cells interact with one another.