Definitions

1. noun

The supportive connective tissue of the body, especially in the case of loose connective tissue, or the substance in the cell nucleus where chromatin is suspended.

“The stroma of the liver is crucial for detoxification processes.”

2. noun

The main body or substance of something, especially in the case of a tissue or an organ.

“The stroma of the sunflower is composed of tiny, tightly packed seeds.”

3. noun

A mixture of soil, water, and other substances in a plant’s root environment.

“The stroma of the orchid root system helps it absorb nutrients.”

4. noun

A layer of material or substance, especially in the context of an optical fiber or a lens.

“The stroma in the optical fiber helps to guide the light signal.”

5. noun

A photographic plate or film base, especially one that has been coated with silver halides.

“The photographic stroma is sensitive to light and records the image.”