Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sporocyst
Noun
/ˈspɔːrəˌsɪst/
Definition
A specialized cell type that contains or produces spores, especially in certain parasitic and aquatic organisms.
Examples
- The sporocyst is crucial for the reproduction of the parasite.
- In some species, the sporocyst can survive in harsh environmental conditions.
Meaning
A sporocyst is a structure that develops in the life cycle of certain protozoans and parasites, which is responsible for producing spores.
Synonyms
- spore-producing structure
- sporogenesis cell
