Gelatinous
Gelatinous
Gelatinous (pronunciation: /dʒɪˈlatɪnəs/) is an adjective used to describe a substance that has a jelly-like consistency. It is derived from the Latin word "gelatus," meaning "frozen" or "jellied."
Etymology
The term "gelatinous" is derived from the Latin word "gelatus," which means "frozen" or "jellied." It was first used in English in the early 17th century.
Definition
Gelatinous substances are those that have a jelly-like texture. They are typically soft, squishy, and can hold their shape without being rigid. This term is often used in the field of Biology to describe the texture of certain organisms or parts of organisms, such as the cytoplasm in cells or the bodies of certain marine life like jellyfish.
Related Terms
- Gelatin: A colorless, tasteless, translucent substance derived from collagen, used in food preparation, pharmaceuticals, photography, and cosmetic manufacturing.
- Gelation: The process of forming a gel or becoming gelatinous.
- Hydrogel: A network of polymer chains that are hydrophilic, sometimes found as a colloidal gel in which water is the dispersion medium.
- Collagen: The main structural protein in the extracellular matrix in the various connective tissues in the body.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Gelatinous
- Wikipedia's article - Gelatinous
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