basipetal Definition
- 1(of a plant or plant part) developing or progressing towards the base or point of attachment
- 2(of a process) moving or spreading in a direction from the apex towards the base
Using basipetal: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "basipetal" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The basipetal growth of the plant was evident from the new roots growing towards the soil.
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The basipetal movement of the dye through the stem was observed under the microscope.
basipetal Synonyms and Antonyms
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Summary: basipetal in Brief
'Basipetal' [ˈbeɪsɪpɛt(ə)l] describes the development or progression of a plant or process towards its base or point of attachment. It is often used to describe the downward growth of plants, as in 'The basipetal growth of the plant was evident from the new roots growing towards the soil.' The antonym of 'basipetal' is 'acropetal,' which refers to upward growth.
