heterospory (Meaning)
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heterospory (n)
the development of both microspores and megaspores
Synonyms & Antonyms of heterospory
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heterospory Sentence Examples
- Heterospory, the production of two distinct types of spores, is a defining characteristic of ferns.
- Heterospory evolved as a means of sexual reproduction in some plant species.
- In heterosporous plants, megaspores and microspores are produced separately.
- Megaspores are larger and give rise to female gametophytes, while microspores are smaller and produce male gametophytes.
- Heterospory allows for the separate development of male and female gametes.
- The separation of male and female gametes in heterosporous plants reduces the risk of self-fertilization.
- Heterospory facilitated the evolution of seed plants, as it provided the precursor structures for ovules and pollen grains.
- In heterosporous cycads, the male and female cones are borne on separate plants.
- The heterosporous condition in some mosses is believed to have evolved independently of that in vascular plants.
- Heterospory has played a significant role in the diversification of plant life on Earth.
FAQs About the word heterospory
the development of both microspores and megaspores
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
Heterospory, the production of two distinct types of spores, is a defining characteristic of ferns.
Heterospory evolved as a means of sexual reproduction in some plant species.
In heterosporous plants, megaspores and microspores are produced separately.
Megaspores are larger and give rise to female gametophytes, while microspores are smaller and produce male gametophytes.
