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: What You Need to Know. Cystic fibrosis is an inherited disease characterized by an abnormality in the glands that produce sweat and mucus. Cystic fibrosis affects various organ systems in children and young adults, including the respiratory system, digestive system and reproductive system. Due to improved treatments, people with cystic fibrosis, on average, live into their mid to late 30s.