define micropyle
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The question is asking for a definition of the term 'micropyle', which is a specific biological concept related to the structure of seeds in flowering plants.
Answer
A minute opening in an ovule or egg.
A micropyle is a minute opening in the outer layer of an ovule or egg through which the sperm enters.
Answer for screen readers
A micropyle is a minute opening in the outer layer of an ovule or egg through which the sperm enters.
More Information
The micropyle plays a crucial role in the fertilization process of both plants and animals by allowing the entry of sperm cells.
Sources
- Micropyle Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster - merriam-webster.com
- MICROPYLE Definition & Meaning - Dictionary.com - dictionary.com
- MICROPYLE | definition in the Cambridge English Dictionary - dictionary.cambridge.org
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