phototropism
noun as in strong fondness
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Example:The stems of some plants exhibit negative phototropism, growing downwards away from light sources on the ground.
Definition:A response to light that causes the plant or organism to grow away from a light source.
From negative phototropism
Example:Positive phototropism is commonly seen in the growth of plant roots, which bend towards the light to maximize photosynthesis.
Definition:A response to light that causes the plant or organism to grow towards a light source.
From positive phototropism
Example:The phototropic behavior of plant stems helps them to capture more sunlight for photosynthesis.
Definition:Relating to or characterized by phototropism, the growth directed by light.
From phototropic
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