noun a reproductive cell or group of cells, capable of developing into a new individual without sexual fusion
In botany, spores are produced by plants as a means of reproduction, dispersal, and survival.
In biology, a spore is a reproductive cell that is capable of developing into a new organism without fusion with another cell.
In microbiology, spores are resistant structures formed by certain bacteria as a means of survival in unfavorable conditions.
In paleontology, spores preserved in fossils can provide valuable information about ancient plant and fungal species.
In mycology, spores are the reproductive structures produced by fungi for dispersal and reproduction.
In biology, spores are reproductive structures produced by some organisms, such as fungi, plants, and some bacteria.
Botanists study spores as a means of identifying and classifying different plant species.
Mycologists specialize in the study of fungi, including their spores and reproductive structures.
Microbiologists study bacterial spores and their role in microbial survival and pathogenesis.
Paleontologists often study fossilized spores to learn about ancient plant life and environments.