What's the difference between chalaza and chalazal?

Chalaza


Definition:

  • (n.) The place on an ovule, or seed, where its outer coats cohere with each other and the nucleus.
  • (n.) A spiral band of thickened albuminous substance which exists in the white of the bird's egg, and serves to maintain the yolk in its position; the treadle.

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Chalazal


Definition:

  • (a.) Of or pertaining to the chalaza.

Example Sentences:

  • (1) The chalazal halves of ovules of C. media L. 'Citron of Commerce' were used as control repressor source.
  • (2) Nucellus cells also stored diverse substances and enzymes especially towards the chalazal end.

Words possibly related to "chalaza"

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