Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
conidiospore
noun
/kənˈɪd.i.oʊˌspɔːr/
Definition
A conidiospore is a type of asexual spore produced by certain fungi that are responsible for reproduction and dispersal.
Examples
- The conidiospores of the fungus can be carried by the wind to distant locations.
- During its life cycle, the mold produces conidiospores to ensure its survival and proliferation.
- Researchers studied the effects of climate change on the viability of conidiospores in different habitats.
Meaning
Conidiospores play a crucial role in the life cycle of fungi by allowing them to spread and colonize new environments without sexual reproduction.
Synonyms
- asexual spore
- fungal spore
- spore
