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turgor

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun turgor has 1 sense
  1. turgor - (biology) the normal rigid state of fullness of a cell or blood vessel or capillary resulting from pressure of the contents against the wall or membrane
    --1 is a kind of
    state

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Turgor

Description

Turgor refers to the degree of rigidity or firmness of plant tissues due to the internal hydrostatic pressure. It is a vital characteristic in determining the overall health and hydration levels of plants.

Sample Sentences

  • The wilted leaves of the plant indicated a lack of turgor, suggesting it needed watering.
  • The turgor in the succulent's stem made it appear plump and full.
  • The loss of turgor during dehydration causes the plant cells to shrink and lose their shape.
  • The botanist examined the turgidity of the plant's roots to assess its water absorption ability.

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