A rhizome is the part of the hop plant that grows beneath. the surface. It is the heart of the root system of the. vine and stores and transfers food from the root. system. A hop rhizome looks like a grape vine or. stick, and is used to start new hops plants.
Definition of Cystic fibrosis. Cystic fibrosis: A common grave genetic disease that affects the exocrine glands and is characterized by the production of abnormal secretions, leading to mucus buildup that impairs the pancreas and, secondarily, the intestine. Mucus buildup in lungs can impair respiration.
Cystic fibrosis is a fatal genetic condition that causes damage to the lungs and pancreas. In patients with this condition, a genetic mutation causes the normal mucus secreted by these organs to be thick and sticky. This leads to problems with breathing and digestion. Unfortunately, there is yet no cure.