xanthospermous (Meaning)
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xanthospermous (a.)
Having yellow seeds.
Synonyms & Antonyms of xanthospermous
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xanthospermous Sentence Examples
- The xanthospermous plant bore yellow seeds, distinguishing it from its green-seeded counterpart.
- Xanthospermous species, such as certain sunflowers and corn varieties, produce seeds with a characteristic yellow hue.
- The farmer carefully selected xanthospermous corn seeds to ensure a bountiful harvest of golden ears.
- Genetic studies revealed that the xanthospermous trait in tomatoes was dominant over the green-seeded form.
- Xanthospermous alfalfa plants exhibited higher levels of vitamin A than green-seeded varieties.
- The research team identified a gene responsible for the xanthospermous phenotype in Arabidopsis thaliana.
- Farmers rotating crops with xanthospermous legumes improved soil fertility due to increased nitrogen fixation.
- The pale color of xanthospermous seeds made them desirable for uses such as birdseed and decorative crafts.
- Scientists used molecular markers to differentiate xanthospermous and green-seeded plants in a genetic mapping study.
- The xanthospermous trait in rice varieties can be influenced by environmental factors such as temperature and light intensity.
FAQs About the word xanthospermous
Having yellow seeds.
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The xanthospermous plant bore yellow seeds, distinguishing it from its green-seeded counterpart.
Xanthospermous species, such as certain sunflowers and corn varieties, produce seeds with a characteristic yellow hue.
The farmer carefully selected xanthospermous corn seeds to ensure a bountiful harvest of golden ears.
Genetic studies revealed that the xanthospermous trait in tomatoes was dominant over the green-seeded form.
