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Tetrasporangium

Definition:

A tetrasporangium refers to a specialized structure found in certain algae and fungi that produces tetraspores.

Senses:

1. Botany:

In botany, a tetrasporangium is a sporangium containing four tetraspores, which are a type of reproductive spore.

Example: The tetrasporangium of the moss releases four tetraspores that develop into new plants.

2. Microbiology:

In microbiology, the term tetrasporangium is used to describe a reproductive structure present in certain algae and fungi that produces tetraspores.

Example: The tetrasporangium of the red alga releases tetraspores into the surrounding water.

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