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Dehiscence (Noun)

Meaning

(biology) release of material by splitting open of an organ or tissue; the natural bursting open at maturity of a fruit or other reproductive body to release seeds or spores or the bursting open of a surgically closed wound.

Classification

Nouns denoting natural phenomena.

Examples

  • The process of dehiscence in the seed pod allowed the seeds to disperse freely into the environment.
  • The ripe fruit underwent dehiscence, releasing its seeds and spores into the surrounding air.
  • In some plants, dehiscence occurs when the anther releases pollen into the air for fertilization.
  • Dehiscence of the surgical wound was a complication that required immediate medical attention to prevent infection.
  • The mechanism of dehiscence in fungi involves the bursting open of the sporangium to release spores.

Related Words

  • Dehiscent (adjective)
  • Dehisce (verb)
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