trichogyne (Meaning)
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trichogyne (n.)
The slender, hairlike cell which receives the fertilizing particles, or antherozoids, in red seaweeds.
Synonyms & Antonyms of trichogyne
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trichogyne Sentence Examples
- The trichogyne, a hair-like structure on female gametophytes, functions as the receptive surface for sperm.
- The long and slender trichogyne extends from the female gametangium to facilitate the capture of sperm cells.
- The sticky surface of the trichogyne attracts and traps sperm, enabling them to reach the egg cell.
- The trichogyne plays a crucial role in fertilization, guiding the sperm cell towards the ovum.
- The development of the trichogyne is stimulated by hormonal signals that prepare the female gametophyte for reproduction.
- In some plant species, the trichogyne can secrete chemical signals that attract sperm from distant locations.
- The structure and morphology of the trichogyne vary widely among plant groups, reflecting the diverse mechanisms of fertilization.
- The trichogyne is a highly specialized organelle that ensures the precise delivery of sperm to the egg cell.
- Research on the trichogyne has advanced our understanding of the intricate processes involved in sexual reproduction in plants.
- The trichogyne serves as a model system for studying cell-cell interactions and the molecular mechanisms underlying fertilization.
FAQs About the word trichogyne
The slender, hairlike cell which receives the fertilizing particles, or antherozoids, in red seaweeds.
No synonyms found.
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The trichogyne, a hair-like structure on female gametophytes, functions as the receptive surface for sperm.
The long and slender trichogyne extends from the female gametangium to facilitate the capture of sperm cells.
The sticky surface of the trichogyne attracts and traps sperm, enabling them to reach the egg cell.
The trichogyne plays a crucial role in fertilization, guiding the sperm cell towards the ovum.
