Magma
Magma (medicine)
Magma (pronounced: /ˈmæɡmə/) is a term used in medicine to describe a thick, pasty substance.
Etymology
The term "magma" is derived from the Greek word "μάγμα" (mágma), which means "thick unguent".
Definition
In the medical field, magma refers to a thick, pasty substance that is produced by the body. This can refer to various substances, such as the thick fluid produced by the glands in the body, or the thick, pasty substance that can accumulate in the digestive system.
Related Terms
- Gland: An organ in the human or animal body which secretes particular chemical substances for use in the body or for discharge into the surroundings.
- Digestive system: The system by which ingested food is acted upon by physical and chemical means to provide the body with absorbable nutrients and to excrete waste products.
- Mucous: A slimy substance, typically not miscible with water, secreted by mucous membranes and glands for lubrication, protection, etc.
- Pus: A thick yellowish or greenish opaque liquid produced in infected tissue, consisting of dead white blood cells and bacteria with tissue debris and serum.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Magma
- Wikipedia's article - Magma
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