Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
geotropism
Noun
/ˌdʒiːoʊˈtrɪpɪzəm/
Definition
The growth of plants in response to gravity.
Examples
- The roots of the plant exhibit geotropism by growing downward into the earth.
- Geotropism helps ensure that plants remain anchored to the soil.
- During the study, scientists observed geotropism in various plant species.
Meaning
Geotropism refers to the directional growth of a plant or other organism in relation to the force of gravity. It is a vital process allowing roots to grow downward into the soil and stems to grow upwards toward the light.
Synonyms
- Gravitropism
- Gravitational response
