Definition

A part of a plant where tiny spores are produced.

Example

The microsporangium is essential for the reproduction of certain plants.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of a microsporangium?

No, I haven't. What is that?

It's a structure where microspores are formed, mainly in plants.

That sounds interesting! How do they work?

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Microsporangium → It is formed from "micro-" (from Greek "mikros", meaning small) and "sporangium" (from Greek "spora", meaning seed, and "angeion", meaning vessel). The word refers to a small vessel that contains or produces spores.

Memory Tip

Think of 'small' ('micro-') and a 'vessel for seeds' ('sporangium') to remember that a microsporangium is a small container for spores.

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