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trophotropic

/ˌtrɒf.əˈtrɒp.ɪk/

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adjective

/ˌtrɒf.əˈtrɒp.ɪk/formalscientificobsolete
  • ruУстаревшее прилагательное, относящееся к физиологическому состоянию или процессу, способствующему отдыху, пищеварению и сохранению энергии, часто связанному с парасимпатической нервной системой.

An obsolete adjective relating to a physiological state or process that promotes rest, digestion, and energy conservation, often associated with the parasympathetic nervous system.

  1. Relating to trophotropismC2formalscientific

    Describing an organism's growth or movement in response to a nutritional stimulus, such as the presence of food.

    ruТрофотропный

    • The trophotropic response of the fungus was observed when it grew towards the nutrient-rich agar.
    • Certain bacteria exhibit trophotropic behavior, moving towards higher concentrations of glucose.
    • The plant's roots showed a trophotropic reaction, extending towards the fertilizer patch.
Forms
  • more trophotropic comparative form
  • most trophotropic superlative form