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resting spore

/ˈrɛstɪŋ spɔːr/

Traduction: Spore quiescente ou inactive, capable de survivre dans des conditions environnementales défavorables et de germer lorsque les conditions redeviennent favorables.

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/ˈrɛstɪŋ spɔːr/C1formalscientific
  • frSpore quiescente ou inactive, capable de survivre dans des conditions environnementales défavorables et de germer lorsque les conditions redeviennent favorables.

A dormant, inactive form of a spore that can survive unfavorable environmental conditions and germinate when conditions become favorable again.

  1. Dormant reproductive cellC2formal

    A thick-walled spore that remains dormant for a period of time, allowing an organism to survive unfavorable environmental conditions.

    frspore de résistance

    • Fungi produce resting spores to survive harsh winters.
    • The resting spore can remain viable in the soil for many years.
    • When conditions improve, the resting spore germinates and grows.