Definition

Relating to or exhibiting a response to water, especially in the growth or movement of plants towards moisture.

Example

The hydrotropic response of the roots helps the plant find water in dry soil.

Conversation

I read about this plant that has hydrotropic roots.

Oh really? What does that mean exactly?

It means the roots grow towards moisture, which is pretty cool.

That sounds fascinating! Nature has such clever ways to survive.

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Root Explanation

Hydrotropic is formed from "hydro-" (from Greek "hydor", meaning water) and "tropic" (from Greek "tropos", meaning turning or turning towards). The word describes a tendency or response towards water.

Memory Tip

Think of 'water' ('hydro-') and 'turning towards' ('tropic') to remember that hydrotropic refers to something that turns towards water.

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