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spore

/spɔːr/

nounBiology

Yeni bir organizmaya dönüşebilen üreme hücresi

A reproductive cell produced by bacteria, fungi, algae, and some plants that can develop into a new organism without fertilization.

  • Ferns reproduce by releasing spores into the air.
  • Mold spreads through tiny spores that are invisible to the naked eye.
  • The mushroom released millions of spores from its gills.
  • Paleobotanists examine fossilized spore deposits to reconstruct ancient climatic conditions and vegetation patterns from millions of years ago.
  • Public health officials recommend thorough ventilation systems to minimize indoor spore concentrations that may trigger allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.
  • The bacterium's ability to form a resilient spore enables it to survive extreme temperatures and resist conventional sterilization procedures.