Definition

Referring to organisms that produce only one type of spore, which can develop into a gametophyte.

Example

Many ferns are homosporous, producing only one kind of spore.

Conversation

Did you know that some plants are homosporous?

Really? What does that mean exactly?

It means they produce spores of only one kind, unlike others that have different types.

That's interesting! I love learning about plant biology.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Homosporous → It is formed from "homo-" (from Greek "homos", meaning same) and "sporos" (from Greek "spora", meaning seed or spore). The word describes organisms that produce spores of one kind, hence having the same type of spores.

Memory Tip

Think of 'same' ('homo-') and 'spores' ('sporos') to remember that 'homosporous' refers to organisms that produce only one type of spore.

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