secundine (Meaning)
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secundine (n.)
The second coat, or integument, of an ovule, lying within the primine.
The afterbirth, or placenta and membranes; -- generally used in the plural.
Synonyms & Antonyms of secundine
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secundine Sentence Examples
- The secundine layer of the plant seed coat is composed of the tegmen and endotesta.
- The fleshy secundine of the rose hip provides a protective environment for the developing seeds.
- The hard secundine of the coconut shell serves as a barrier against mechanical damage.
- The secundine of the pea pod is rich in fibers, contributing to its structural integrity.
- In some legume seeds, the secundine becomes pigmented to enhance their dispersal potential.
- The secundine of the mango seed is involved in the regulation of water uptake during germination.
- The secondary metabolites present in the secundine can play a role in seed dormancy and defense mechanisms.
- The anatomy of the secundine provides taxonomic information that aids in seed identification.
- The secundine of certain plant species exhibits anti-fungal and anti-bacterial properties.
- The study of the secundine is crucial for understanding seed structure, function, and evolutionary relationships.
FAQs About the word secundine
The second coat, or integument, of an ovule, lying within the primine., The afterbirth, or placenta and membranes; -- generally used in the plural.
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
The secundine layer of the plant seed coat is composed of the tegmen and endotesta.
The fleshy secundine of the rose hip provides a protective environment for the developing seeds.
The hard secundine of the coconut shell serves as a barrier against mechanical damage.
The secundine of the pea pod is rich in fibers, contributing to its structural integrity.
