Definition

A type of tissue found in seeds of flowering plants that provides nourishment to the developing embryo.

Example

The endosperm is crucial for the growth of the seedling after germination.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of endosperm in plants?

Yeah, I think it's the part that provides nutrients to the seed, right?

Exactly! It's crucial for the embryo's development.

That makes sense; it's amazing how nature works.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Endosperm → It is formed from "endo-" (from Greek "endon", meaning within) and "sperma" (from Greek, meaning seed). The word "endosperm" refers to the tissue within a seed that provides nourishment to the developing plant embryo.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is 'within' ('endo-') a 'seed' ('sperma') — that's why endosperm is the nourishing part found inside a seed.

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