NECROSES
\nˈɛkɹə͡ʊzɪz], \nˈɛkɹəʊzɪz], \n_ˈɛ_k_ɹ_əʊ_z_ɪ_z]\
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A pathological process caused by the progressive degradative action of enzymes that is generally associated with severe cellular trauma. It is characterized by mitochondrial swelling, nuclear flocculation, uncontrolled cell lysis, and ultimately CELL DEATH.
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hydromorphic
- [Greek] Structurally adapted to an aquatic environment, as organs of water plants.