nucelluss

[US]/njuːˈsɛləs/
[UK]/nuˈsɛləs/

Translation

n.the central part of a seed, containing the embryo; the inner part of an ovule

Phrases & Collocations

nucellus tissue

nucellus development

nucellus cells

nucellus function

nucellus structure

nucellus origin

nucellus layer

nucellus analysis

nucellus morphology

nucellus role

Example Sentences

the nucellus is crucial for seed development.

in flowering plants, the nucellus surrounds the embryo sac.

researchers study the nucellus to understand plant reproduction.

the nucellus contains the tissue that nourishes the developing ovule.

during fertilization, the nucellus plays a significant role.

some plants have a persistent nucellus even after fertilization.

the nucellus can be a source of genetic material for breeding.

understanding the structure of the nucellus is vital for botanists.

the nucellus often undergoes changes during seed maturation.

in some species, the nucellus is reduced or absent.

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