heliotropism
🇬🇧 UK/,hiːlɪə(ʊ)'trəʊpɪz(ə)m/🇺🇸 US/.hi:li'ɒtrәpizm/
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Definitions
n.
The tendency of a plant to grow or turn toward or away from sunlight.
向日性,趋日性
🧩 Root Breakdown
Root-derivedExample Sentences
- 1.
Sunflowers are a well-known example of heliotropism.
- 2.
The heliotropism of young bean plants helps maximize photosynthesis.