hydrotropism (Meaning)
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hydrotropism (n.)
A tendency towards moisture.
In a broader sense, any curvature or turning induced in certain growing plant organs under the influence of moisture.
Synonyms & Antonyms of hydrotropism
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hydrotropism Sentence Examples
- Hydrotropism enables roots to sense and grow towards sources of water.
- Negative hydrotropism occurs when plant roots grow away from water.
- The hydrotropic response is crucial for plants to access water in dry conditions.
- Hydrotropic roots contribute significantly to the overall water uptake efficiency of plants.
- Hormones play a key role in mediating hydrotropic responses in plants.
- Auxin is transported to the root tips and promotes root bending towards water in positive hydrotropism.
- Cytokinins have been shown to inhibit hydrotropic responses in some plant species.
- Hydrotropism is a survival strategy for plants in arid environments.
- Understanding hydrotropism can improve strategies for efficient water management in agriculture.
- The study of hydrotropism has implications for understanding plant-water interactions and root system architecture.
FAQs About the word hydrotropism
A tendency towards moisture., In a broader sense, any curvature or turning induced in certain growing plant organs under the influence of moisture.
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
Hydrotropism enables roots to sense and grow towards sources of water.
Negative hydrotropism occurs when plant roots grow away from water.
The hydrotropic response is crucial for plants to access water in dry conditions.
Hydrotropic roots contribute significantly to the overall water uptake efficiency of plants.
