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Adiposere

Definition:

Adiposere refers to a stage during ecological succession where a wetland or water body undergoes vegetation successions leading to the formation of an area dominated by aquatic plants. It is typically characterized by the presence of floating vegetation.

Sample Sentences:

• The conversion of the pond into an adiposere was evident as the water lilies and other floating plants took over the majority of the surface area.
• After the disturbance in the wetland, the formation of an adiposere began with the growth of reeds and cattails.
• An adiposere represents a transitional stage in the ecological development of a water body.

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• Aquatic Plants Books
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