Definition

Relating to the growth or movement of plants in response to gravity.

Example

The geotropic response of the roots helps them grow downward into the soil.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of geotropic plants?

Yeah, I think they grow in response to gravity, right?

Exactly! It's fascinating how they know which way is down.

Nature really is amazing with all its geotropic adaptations.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Geotropic → It is formed from "geo-" (from Greek "gē", meaning earth) and "tropic" (from Greek "tropos", meaning turn or change). The word describes the tendency of organisms to grow or orient themselves in response to the earth's gravitational pull.

Memory Tip

Think of 'geo-' meaning earth and 'tropic' meaning to turn — this helps you remember that geotropic refers to how things turn or grow in relation to the earth.

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