stroma plural
stro·ma
The plural form of stroma is ˈstromata
S sDefinitions
- noun plural stroma Cell Biology. the supporting framework or matrix of a cell. 1
- noun plural stroma Anatomy. the supporting framework, usually of connective tissue, of an organ, as distinguished from the parenchyma. 1
- noun plural stroma Mycology. (in certain fungi) a compact, somatic mass of fungous tissue, in or on which the fructifications may be developed. 1
- noun plural stroma Botany. the matrix of a chloroplast, containing various molecules and ions. 1