Definition

The condition in which the carpels of a flower are fused together to form a single structure.

Example

In botany, syncarpy refers to flowers where the carpels are joined, creating a unique reproductive structure.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of the term syncarpy?

No, I haven't. What does it mean?

It's when the carpels of a flower are fused together, like in some fruits.

That's interesting! Nature has so many cool ways of doing things.

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Root Explanation

Syncarpy is formed from "syn-" (meaning together) and "karpos" (from Greek, meaning fruit). The term refers to a condition in botany where the fruits of a flower are fused together, thus growing together as one.

Memory Tip

Think of 'together' ('syn-') and 'fruit' ('karpos') to remember that syncarpy describes fruits that grow fused together.

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