noun🔗ShareParénquimaThe functional tissue of an organ as distinguished from the connective and supporting tissue."The liver's parenchyma, which consists of cells called hepatocytes, is responsible for filtering blood and producing bile, while the surrounding connective tissue provides structural support. "El parénquima del hígado, que consta de células llamadas hepatocitos, es responsable de filtrar la sangre y producir bilis, mientras que el tejido conectivo circundante proporciona soporte estructural.anatomyorganmedicinephysiologybiologyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading