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Tetraspore

Description:

A tetraspore is a reproductive cell found in certain algae and seaweeds. It is usually characterized by its four-celled structure.

Senses:

Sense 1:

In botany, a tetraspore refers to a spore produced by certain algae or seaweeds that develops into a new individual.

Sense 2:

In marine biology, a tetraspore is a reproductive structure of certain red algae, characterized by its distinctive tetrahedral shape.

Usages:

Usage 1 (Botany):

In the life cycle of certain seaweeds, the tetraspores are released into the water where they can develop into the gametophyte stage.

Sample sentence: The tetraspores of the kelp are responsible for the production of new individuals through asexual reproduction.

Usage 2 (Marine Biology):

The tetraspores of the coralline algae are vital for the dispersal of the species and colonization of new areas.

Sample sentence: Observation of tetraspores under the microscope can help distinguish between different species of red algae.

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