Plastonema

Meaning of the word

The term “plasticonema” refers to a filamentous structure found in some green algae, which is responsible for the movement of chloroplasts within the cells.

Origin of the word

The word “plasticonema” originates in Greek, being formed by the junction of the terms “plasts” (meaning “mold” or “shape”) and “nema” (meaning “wire” or “filament”). /P>

Word adverbs

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Conjunctions of the word

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Synonyms of the word

Some synonyms for “plastonema” are: chloroplasty filament, filamentous stroma and plasticized filament.

Word Definitions

1. Filamentous structure found in some green algae.
2. Responsible for the movement of chloroplasts within the cells.

Phrases that the word applies

1. Plastonema is essential for photosynthesis in green algae.

2. The movement of chloroplasts is possible thanks to the presence of plastonema.

Examples of the word in text

Plastonema is a fundamental structure for the survival of green algae, as it allows chloroplasts to position themselves properly for sunlight capture.

In some species of algae, plastonema can contract and extend, moving chloroplasts to places more favorable to photosynthesis.

Rhymes with the word

scheme, problem, system, theorem.

Anagrams with the word

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