Definition

The soft inner tissue of a leaf that is located between the outer layers, helping in photosynthesis and storage.

Example

The mesophyll of the plant is crucial for its ability to perform photosynthesis efficiently.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of mesophyll in plants?

Yeah, it's the tissue inside leaves, right?

Exactly! It's so interesting how it helps with photosynthesis.

I know! It's amazing how nature works!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Mesophyl is formed from "meso-" (meaning middle) and "phyllon" (meaning leaf in Greek). The word refers to the middle layer of leaf tissue in plants, where photosynthesis occurs.

Memory Tip

Think of 'middle' ('meso-') and 'leaf' ('phyllon') to remember that mesophyl refers to the middle layer of a leaf.

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