heterodromous (Meaning)

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heterodromous (a.)

Having spirals of changing direction.

Moving in opposite directions; -- said of a lever, pulley, etc., in which the resistance and the actuating force are on opposite sides of the fulcrum or axis.

Synonyms & Antonyms of heterodromous

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heterodromous Sentence Examples

  1. The heterodromous leaves of the fern species Asplenium nidus display a distinctive venation pattern.
  2. In heterodromous leaves, the veins diverge from the midrib in two directions, creating a characteristic herringbone pattern.
  3. The heterodromous venation of some oak leaves helps to maximize nutrient distribution and minimize water loss.
  4. The heterodromous leaf architecture of water lilies enables efficient gas exchange in aquatic environments.
  5. The heterodromous veins in the leaves of the avocado tree provide support and facilitate water flow.
  6. The heterodromous leaf structure of the cinnamon tree is an example of adaptation to low light conditions.
  7. The heterodromous arrangement of veins in the leaves of the African violet contributes to their delicate and decorative appearance.
  8. The heterodromous venation pattern is often used in plant systematics to distinguish between different species and genera.
  9. Some heterodromous leaves exhibit a gradual transition from a single midrib to multiple diverging veins.
  10. The heterodromous nature of certain leaf types has ecological implications, affecting leaf function and interactions with the environment.

FAQs About the word heterodromous

Having spirals of changing direction., Moving in opposite directions; -- said of a lever, pulley, etc., in which the resistance and the actuating force are on o

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The heterodromous leaves of the fern species Asplenium nidus display a distinctive venation pattern.

In heterodromous leaves, the veins diverge from the midrib in two directions, creating a characteristic herringbone pattern.

The heterodromous venation of some oak leaves helps to maximize nutrient distribution and minimize water loss.

The heterodromous leaf architecture of water lilies enables efficient gas exchange in aquatic environments.