microphylls

Example:The ancient ferns displayed microphylls on their fronds.

Definition:A small, simple leaf that lacks a distinct petiole and is typically found in ferns

Example:The microphylls of certain ferns are adapted to low light conditions.

Definition:The leaf-like structures of plants that perform photosynthesis

Example:The simple, undivided microphylls contribute to the overall structure of the fern.

Definition:The arrangement of parts or elements; in botany, the physical make-up of a plant

Example:Microphylls are essential for photosynthesis in ferns due to their large surface area.

Definition:The process by which green plants and some other organisms use sunlight to synthesize foods with the help of chlorophyll in the presence of carbon dioxide and water