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Record 1 2013-12-04

English

Subject field(s)
  • Plant Biology
CONT

Determinate root growth is an important adaptation feature for seedling establishment in some Cactaceae.

CONT

Determinate root growth implies that the root apical meristem becomes exhausted.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Biologie végétale
DEF

Se dit de la croissance des racines limitée génétiquement ou par des facteurs extérieurs (environnementaux, chimiques, etc.).

OBS

Une telle croissance implique le fait que le méristème apical racinaire est désactivé.

Spanish

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