macropyle

[US]/['mækrəʊˌpaɪl]/
[UK]/['mækroʊˌpaɪl]/

Translation

n.A large opening or pore in the chorion of an insect egg, through which sperm enter for fertilization.

Example Sentences

the macropyle serves as the entry point for the pollen tube in plant reproduction.

during ovule development, the macropyle forms a small opening at the anterior end.

the pollen tube must penetrate the macropyle to reach the embryo sac.

in gymnosperms, the macropyle is often larger than in angiosperms.

the structure of the macropyle varies among different plant species.

researchers study the macropyle to understand pollen tube guidance mechanisms.

the macropyle and micropyle are both essential structures in plant ovules.

after pollination, the pollen tube grows toward the macropyle.

the location of the macropyle determines the direction of pollen tube growth.

some seeds can be identified by the shape of their macropyle.

the macropyle develops before the other parts of the ovule mature.

scientists observe the macropyle using advanced microscopy techniques.

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