Turgidity: meaning, definitions and examples
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turgidity
[ tษหrหdสษชdษti ]
biological term
Turgidity refers to the state of being swollen or distended, often as a result of excessive fluid, particularly in biological systems. In plants, turgidity is crucial for maintaining structural integrity and is caused by water pressure within the cell vacuoles pushing against the cell wall. This pressure helps plants stand upright and provides stability to leaves and stems. Turgidity is a vital component in plant physiology, influencing nutrient transport and overall health.
Synonyms
distension, stiffness, swelling
Examples of usage
- The turgidity of the plant was evident after it was watered.
- Without enough water, the leaves lost their turgidity.
- Observing turgidity can help gauge plant health.
Translations
Translations of the word "turgidity" in other languages:
๐ต๐น turgidez
๐ฎ๐ณ เคธเฅเคเคจ
๐ฉ๐ช Schwellung
๐ฎ๐ฉ turgiditas
๐บ๐ฆ ัััะณะพั
๐ต๐ฑ turgor
๐ฏ๐ต ่จๅผต
๐ซ๐ท turgescence
๐ช๐ธ turgencia
๐น๐ท turgor
๐ฐ๐ท ํฝ์ฐฝ
๐ธ๐ฆ ุงูุชูุงุฎ
๐จ๐ฟ turgor
๐ธ๐ฐ turgor
๐จ๐ณ ่จ่
๐ธ๐ฎ turgor
๐ฎ๐ธ turgor
๐ฐ๐ฟ ัััะณะพั
๐ฌ๐ช แขแฃแ แแแ แ
๐ฆ๐ฟ turgor
๐ฒ๐ฝ turgencia
Etymology
The term 'turgidity' originates from the Latin word 'turgere', which means 'to swell'. The use of this term in a scientific context emerged in the 18th century when botanists began to explore the mechanical properties of plant cells. Initially, it was used primarily to describe the physical state of plants, especially in relation to their ability to retain water for structural support. Over time, the concept of turgidity expanded to include not only the study of plants but also of animal cells and tissues, where swelling can indicate various physiological conditions. Today, turgidity is a fundamental concept in biology, particularly in botany and physiology, illustrating how organisms interact with their environment through fluid dynamics.
Word Frequency Rank
Ranking #37,022, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.
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