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hormogonium Meaning

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hormogonium (n.)

A chain of small cells in certain algae, by which the plant is propogated.

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A chain of small cells in certain algae, by which the plant is propogated.

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Hormogonia, filamentous fragments, play a crucial role in the vegetative reproduction of cyanobacteria.

The hormogonium's characteristic gliding motility aids in its dispersion within the aquatic environment.

Hormogonia possess specialised cells at their ends, enabling them to differentiate into new filaments.

The formation of hormogonia in cyanobacteria is triggered by specific environmental cues, such as nutrient limitation or desiccation.