Definition

A part of certain fungi that serves as the female reproductive organ, playing a role in the reproduction process.

Example

The ascogonium is essential for the sexual reproduction of ascomycetous fungi.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of the term ascogonium?

No, I haven't. What does it mean?

It's actually the female reproductive organ of certain fungi.

That's interesting! I love learning about different organisms.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Ascogonium is formed from "asco-" (from Greek "askos", meaning bag or sac) and "gonium" (from Greek "gonos", meaning offspring or generation). The term refers to a reproductive structure in certain fungi that produces offspring, resembling a sac.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'sac' ('asco-') that produces 'offspring' ('gonium') — that's why ascogonium refers to a reproductive structure in fungi.

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