anatropous Definition
of an ovule, inverted so that the micropyle is adjacent to the funicle.
Using anatropous: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "anatropous" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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The anatropous ovule is characteristic of many flowering plants.
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Anatropous ovules are also known as inverted ovules.
Origins of anatropous
from Greek 'ana-' meaning 'upward' and 'tropos' meaning 'turn'
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Summary: anatropous in Brief
'Anatropous' [an-uh-troh-puh s] is an adjective used to describe an ovule that is inverted so that the micropyle is adjacent to the funicle. This type of ovule is characteristic of many flowering plants and is also known as an inverted ovule.
