Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
tropal
Adjective
/ˈtrōpəl/
Definition
Relating to or characterized by a tropism, which is the orientation of an organism toward or away from a stimulus in its environment.
Examples
- The tropal response of plants to light sources is well-documented in botanical studies.
- In studying animal behavior, researchers observed tropal movements towards food sources.
- The tropal characteristics of certain species make them adaptable to varying environments.
Meaning
Tropal refers to movements or responses by organisms that are influenced by external stimuli, such as light or gravity.
Synonyms
- Directional
- Motile
- Responsive
